1.28 Ct. Rhodolite Garnet from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

At The Natural Gemstone Company we begin every story at the moment when light meets stone, and this red rhodolite garnet begins its journey deep within the ancient terrains of Ceylon, Sri Lanka. Born from slow cooling processes in pegmatite pockets and metamorphic veins, this garnet traveled from hidden pockets where generations of miners have long followed seasonal monsoons and mountain streams, to the hands of cutters who understand how to reveal the heart of a gem. The island of Ceylon has a storied history as a source of gemstones treasured for centuries, and this piece carries that legacy. When you hold it, you are holding more than a mineral. You are holding a pulse of place, a fragment of earth that has been coaxed into brilliance by patient human skill. The Natural Gemstone Company carefully sources stones with traceable origins, and this rhodolite is offered to you as a direct link between the island mines and your next custom creation.

This particular gem is a transparent 1.28 carat red rhodolite garnet, cut in a classic emerald cut, with dimensions of 6.36 x 5.16 x 3.98 mm. Its clarity grade is very very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, which means it reads as clean to the eye while retaining the natural features that confirm its authenticity. The color intensity is vivid, a lively red with warm undertones that shift subtly in changing light, and the polish is excellent, giving its facets crisp edges and a smooth table that lets light travel and return with depth. There is no enhancement of any kind, the color and clarity are purely natural, and the overall transparency allows for a clean, open window into the stone. The emerald cut, with its long step facets and broad table, emphasizes the gem s color and clarity, creating an elegant plane that draws the eye into those vivid red depths. The exact proportions of 6.36 by 5.16 by 3.98 millimeters provide a balanced profile that feels substantial without overwhelming a design.

Because of its precise weight and refined emerald cut, this rhodolite garnet is especially well suited for custom jewelry projects. The 1.28 carat size sits in a sweet spot for personal commissions, large enough to command attention as a center stone in a ring or pendant, yet compact enough to fit comfortably in everyday wear. The rectangular emerald shape offers clean lines that lend themselves to contemporary minimalism as well as to classic elegance. Designers can set it vertically or orient it east west for a modern twist, and the step facets provide directional light that complements bezel settings, low profile mounts, and sleek tension styles. For a ring, the stone s length and width integrate gracefully with narrow bands or split shank designs, and the fairly shallow depth of 3.98 millimeters allows jewelers to craft settings that sit close to the finger for comfort. In a pendant, the broad table will present a steady face of color, ideal for a solitary bezel or a halo that amplifies its vivid hue. Matching pairs of similar gems could also be used for a striking pair of drop earrings, and the emerald cut makes faceting symmetry straightforward for custom matched sets. Because it is unenhanced and eye clean, the gem is an excellent candidate for bespoke pieces where the natural character of the stone is the focal point.

When you commission a custom piece through The Natural Gemstone Company, this red rhodolite garnet will be treated as the central character in a collaborative design narrative. Our cutters and designers will discuss metal choices that best complement its vivid red, with warm tones of yellow or rose gold enhancing the stone s inner glow, and cool tones of white gold or platinum offering a modern contrast that makes the color appear cooler and more vivid by comparison. The emerald cut invites precision settings, and our bench craftsmen excel at creating secure mounts that protect the stone while allowing its table to show. We will walk you through sketches and visualizations, suggesting halo proportions, prong styles, and band profiles that harmonize with the gem s dimensions of 6.36 by 5.16 millimeters. For clients seeking an heirloom quality piece, we can recommend design elements that age beautifully and preserve the gem s presence across generations. The Natural Gemstone Company stands behind the origin and natural state of this rhodolite, and we provide guidance on care and maintenance so your custom piece retains its polish and vivid color over time.

This red rhodolite garnet is more than a gemstone, it is an invitation to create something distinctly personal. Its journey from the mineral rich soils of Ceylon to the perfectly faceted emerald cut speaks to both geological time and human artistry, and its size and shape make it unusually adaptable for custom jewelry that ranges from discreet elegance to bold statement. Whether you envision a solitary ring that highlights the gem s clear table, a halo pendant that magnifies every nuance of its vivid hue, or a set of bespoke pieces that tell a continuing story, this garnet is ready to be shaped into your vision. Reach out to The Natural Gemstone Company to discuss how this 1.28 carat, emerald cut rhodolite garnet can become the centerpiece of a custom creation, and let us guide you from idea to finished jewel, ensuring that the stone s origin, natural beauty, and final crafted form are honored throughout the process.