1.61 Ct. White Opal from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This listing describes one beautiful transparent 1.61 carat round shape red rhodolite garnet, with precise dimensions of 6.81 x 6.68 x 4.56 mm, cut in a mixed brilliant style to maximize light return and fire. The clarity grade is very slightly included evaluated at eye level, which means the gem looks clean and lively to the naked eye while retaining the natural character collectors appreciate. Color is a vivid, saturated red with that slightly cool, purplish undertone rhodolite is prized for, and the polish is excellent so every facet face gleams with depth and brightness. There is no enhancement, the stone is completely untreated, and the origin is Ceylon, Sri Lanka, a source known for producing some of the finest colored gemstones. These core facts place this rhodolite in a select group of gems that combine natural beauty, integrity, and gemological desirability, making it an outstanding choice if you want a center stone that reads as both classic and distinctive.

Because of its round shape, ideal carat weight, and mixed brilliant cut, this rhodolite adapts extremely well to a wide range of jewelry settings, from sleek modern to richly detailed vintage styles. As a solitaire it sits confidently in prong settings that maximize brilliance and finger presence. In a halo the vivid color provides a dramatic center that contrasts beautifully against diamonds or even White Opal accents, creating a play between fire and soft iridescence. Bezel settings protect the girdle while offering a contemporary, secure look for everyday wear. Three stone rings, east west formations, cluster pendants, or drop earrings all work nicely because the gem’s compact proportions and excellent polish allow consistent light performance from many orientations. For designers who favor mixed metal work, this color reads warmer in yellow or rose gold, and more ruby like in platinum or white gold, so you can tailor the metal to the mood you want to create without compromising optical performance. If you prefer a more artisan approach, the stone is friendly to low profile settings and to custom lattice work, where skilled goldsmiths can reveal its depth through open back details and precision gallery work.

Compared to other red gemstones on the market, this rhodolite stands apart in several meaningful ways that matter when selecting a custom piece. Versus rubies, which often command a premium and commonly receive heat treatment, this rhodolite offers a vivid red appearance without enhancement, delivering ethical clarity and attractive value per carat. Compared to generic almandine garnet, rhodolite typically exhibits a more saturated, purplish red and finer clarity, so it photographs and sits on the finger with a more gemstone jewelry worthy presence. When compared to synthetic alternatives, the natural origin from Ceylon Sri Lanka and the absence of enhancement provide provenance collectors value. For designers who like to mix textures and stones, the combination of this red rhodolite with White Opal creates a striking conversation between deep, saturated color and the soft, pearly flashes of the opal type White Opal, which works beautifully as accent stones or insets in custom cocktail rings and pendants. At The Natural Gemstone Company we emphasize both material integrity and creative flexibility, and this rhodolite is exactly the sort of impartial, natural piece that lets you design freely, whether you are planning an engagement ring with personality, a set of heirloom earrings, or a bespoke pendant that becomes a signature piece.

If you would like specific design recommendations, we can provide sketches and metal suggestions based on whether you prefer a high sparkle solitaire, a protective bezel for active wear, or a halo for maximum visual impact. We can also advise on pairing stones, for example combining small White Opal cabochons in a halo for luminous contrast, or setting diamond melee selectively to enhance the facet play of the mixed brilliant cut. This gem’s 1.61 carat weight and round dimensions are versatile enough to suit both everyday jewelry and special occasion pieces, and its untreated status preserves collector value over time. Contact The Natural Gemstone Company for custom setting consultations, resin safe mounting advice, and to view matching stones for a coordinated set.