1.49 Ct. Rhodolite Garnet from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This listing from The Natural Gemstone Company features one beautiful transparent 1.49 carat round shape rhodolite garnet, measuring 6.58 millimeters by 6.61 millimeters by 5.00 millimeters, with a mixed brilliant cut, a clarity grade assessed as very very slightly included at eye level, vivid color intensity, and an excellent polish. This gemstone is untreated, with no enhancement, and originates from Ceylon, Sri Lanka. Compared to many mass market garnets and other pinkish red stones, this piece stands out for its combination of weight, size, and gemological quality. Small rhodolites under one carat often lack the presence and saturation that makes a jewel truly sing, while larger stones with similar color are frequently included or treated. This 1.49 carat example hits a sweet spot for rich, wearable color while maintaining exceptional clarity and a cut that maximizes sparkle, making it an ideal choice for designers and private collectors who want a natural, eye appealing stone without compromise.

The mixed brilliant cut of this rhodolite was selected to balance fire and brilliance, and to showcase the vivid pinkish purple hue that sets it apart from more common red garnets. In comparison to standard round brilliants cut for general commercial supply, the mixed brilliant offers a superior pavilion design that returns light with lively scintillation and a well defined pattern when viewed face up. The excellent polish enhances facet junctions and reduces light leakage, giving a crisp facet contrast that is evident in both macro images and in person. Clarity is often a key differentiator in value, and this stone’s very very slightly included grade at eye level means inclusions are minute and do not distract from the gem’s visual appeal. Many competitive offerings have obvious inclusions or require fracture filling to look clean, whereas this rhodolite is naturally transparent and eye clean, which preserves both long term integrity and collector value.

How this rhodolite performs under different lighting conditions is one of its most compelling attributes. In bright daylight the stone reveals its vivid color intensity, delivering a clean, saturated pinkish purple that reads as lively and fresh. Under warm incandescent or candlelight the garnet shifts toward a richer, more romantic plum tone, with warmer red undertones becoming more pronounced and creating a glow that flatters warm skin tones. Under cool LED lighting the mixed brilliant cut comes alive with crisp, white flashes and strong facet delineation, making the center pattern pop and bringing out the gem’s internal scintillation. In dim or ambient interior lighting the garnet maintains presence, showing deep, velvety color and subtle internal flashes as the light source moves, which makes it especially striking in evening wear. Photographic flash and direct spotlighting accentuate the stone’s polish and cut, producing pinpoint reflections that highlight the precision of the facet work, whereas diffuse light emphasizes the gem’s even saturation and translucency.

When assessing value against other options, this Ceylon rhodolite garnet offers advantages in authenticity, color, and polish. Unlike many lower tier garnets and synthetic alternatives, this gem is natural and unenhanced, which preserves its intrinsic rarity and desirability. Compared to common heat treated pink sapphires or glass filled rubies that may offer similar color at lower prices, a vivid, eye clean, natural rhodolite of this weight presents a cleaner, more honest investment for buyers who prioritize natural material and long term integrity. For jewelry makers, the dimensions and mixed brilliant proportions make this gem suitable for a variety of settings, from classic solitaire rings to delicate halo designs, where its 1.49 carat weight will deliver presence without overpowering the design. The origin of Ceylon, Sri Lanka contributes an element of provenance, as Sri Lankan gemstones are celebrated for their clarity and appealing tones, offering another point of distinction when compared to stones from more common sources.

Trust in The Natural Gemstone Company underpins this offering, because we focus on delivering natural, well documented gems that outperform typical market alternatives in cut, clarity, and color. Our images and measurements are provided to help you visualize scale and to compare against other stones you may be considering. For those who value a natural, vivid pinkish purple that changes beautifully with light, this rhodolite garnet represents a superior choice, combining collector grade clarity and polish with the lively color that makes rhodolites so desirable. Whether set in a bespoke ring, pendant, or reserved as a loose centerpiece for a future commission, this Sri Lankan rhodolite from The Natural Gemstone Company will stand apart from mass produced gemstones, offering lasting beauty, versatility, and honest value.