2.04 Ct. Rhodolite Garnet from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

A gem steeped in the language of ancient jewelry, this purplish pink rhodolite garnet speaks to a lineage of craftsmanship that reaches back to classical antiquity, and yet it remains utterly contemporary in its refined elegance. Sourced from the storied soils of Ceylon Sri Lanka, this transparent 2.04 carat oval gem measures 8.98 by 7.01 by 3.80 millimeters, and it has been given a mixed brilliant cut that balances scintillation and depth, drawing the eye into its medium intense color. At The Natural Gemstone Company we prize stones that tell a story of natural origin and skilled cutting, and this rhodolite is remarkable for its very very slightly included clarity as evaluated at eye level, and for an excellent polish that allows the facets to sing. Untreated and free of enhancements, the stone carries an honesty that collectors and connoisseurs appreciate, and its purplish pink hues recall historical signets and Victorian jewelry, while remaining perfectly suited to modern solitaire and halo designs.

Beyond its captivating hue and provenance, this rhodolite garnet offers practical durability for everyday wear, with a Mohs hardness of approximately seven to seven and a half, placing it firmly above common semiprecious stones and on par with or slightly harder than quartz. To put this in perspective, diamond rates ten on the Mohs scale, sapphire rates nine, and quartz rates seven, so rhodolite is resilient enough for rings and frequently worn pieces, yet it requires a touch more care than corundum or diamond. Garnets generally lack prominent cleavage and possess fair toughness, reducing the risk of catastrophic splitting, but surface chips are still possible if the gem is subjected to hard knocks, so we recommend protective settings such as a low bezel or a halo that cradles the girdle, and routine cleaning with warm soapy water and a soft brush. For those seeking a gemstone that blends the weight of history with practical resilience and natural authenticity, this Ceylon rhodolite from The Natural Gemstone Company is an enduring choice that will carry its color and character across generations.