2.16 Ct. Rhodolite Garnet from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

If you are searching for a single stone that settles the search for an engagement gem or completes a carefully curated collection, this red rhodolite garnet answers that call with authority. We at The Natural Gemstone Company present a transparent, round shape rhodolite weighing 2.16 carats, measuring 7.27 x 7.21 x 5.37 mm, cut in a mixed brilliant style to balance flash and depth. Its clarity is graded as very very slightly included at eye level, its color intensity is vivid, and its polish is excellent. There has been no enhancement applied to this gem, and it is sourced from Ceylon Sri Lanka, a locality known for producing richly hued garnets with a warm, natural saturation. For someone who needs a stone that reads both intimate and significant, this gem stands ready to fulfill that need.

What gives this rhodolite its unmistakable signature is the architecture of its internal landscape. Tiny reflective crystals sit like pinpoints suspended inside the pavilion, and delicate, feather like growth lines cross the field like calligraphy. These inclusions are not flaws in the aesthetic sense, they are the stone’s fingerprint, the evidence of its natural origin and a key part of what makes it unique. When light enters the mixed brilliant cut, these micro crystals scatter little flashes and glints that animate the deep red body color, producing areas of velvety garnet red and brighter ruby like pops. A small central reflective inclusion acts as a lively focal point when viewed face up, giving the stone personality, and subtle directional twinkling is revealed as the gem moves. Collectors and connoisseurs often prize this kind of internal character, because it tells a geological story that lab reports and numbers alone cannot convey.

The mixed brilliant cut of this rhodolite has been carefully executed to make the most of its vivid color and internal features. Broad crown facets allow the hue to display as saturated and warm, while the pavilion facets are angled to maximize light return and interplay with the internal pinpoints. The excellent polish sharpens facet junctions, so that each reflective flash is crisp, and the overall visual presentation is one of lively depth rather than flat red. Because no enhancement was used, the color you see is entirely natural, and that authenticity appeals to buyers who want a pure, honest gemstone for an engagement ring that will endure or for a collector seeking provenance and natural beauty. The dimensions make this stone a comfortable, striking center in a variety of settings, from a classic solitaire to a halo or vintage inspired mounting, and the photographs provided by The Natural Gemstone Company show how this 2.16 carat size appears on the hand in real world scale, offering both presence and elegance.

If your search is guided by a need for rarity, character, and a gem that feels like a personal discovery, this Ceylon rhodolite stops the search. Its vivid hue, the very very slightly included clarity that gives it signature inclusions, the precise mixed brilliant cut, and the assurance of no enhancement make it an ideal choice for engagement pieces and discerning collections alike. The Natural Gemstone Company stands behind this gem, ready to assist with detailed viewing, custom setting recommendations, and any questions you may have about mounting or care. Reach out to our team to arrange closer inspection or to discuss how this exceptional rhodolite can be set to create the moment or collection you have been searching for, this stone is ready to become the answer to your quest.