2.20 Ct. Purplish Red Rhodolite Garnet from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This transparent 2.20 carat cushion shape purplish red rhodolite garnet measures 8.36 x 6.74 x 4.47 mm, and is cut in a faceted mixed brilliant style. The cutter has executed a balanced table to crown relationship with a pavilion depth that yields an approximate total depth of 59 percent, based on the depth of 4.47 mm relative to the average of the length and width. This proportion promotes efficient light return and lively scintillation, while the mixed brilliant faceting pattern combines angular pavilion facets with a brilliant style crown to maximize internal reflection and lively flash. Color is intense with saturation concentrated in the purplish red range, producing strong face up color even in various lighting conditions. Clarity is graded as very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, indicating only minimal internal characteristics that do not impede brilliance or durability. The polish is excellent, and there has been no enhancement treatment, with the material originating from Ceylon Sri Lanka, a provenance known for clean, naturally saturated garnet material.

For custom jewelry the combination of size, shape, and optical performance makes this rhodolite an excellent choice for a variety of design applications. The cushion outline with slightly elongated proportions sits well as a central stone in a solitaire or halo ring, and its 8.36 by 6.74 mm footprint adapts readily to four or six prong crowns, low profile bezel settings for everyday wear, and east west orientations for contemporary styles. The stone stands strongly as a statement solitaire in a cocktail ring or as a pendant focal, where the intense purplish red color can be complemented by warm metals such as 18k yellow or rose gold to enrich the hue, or by platinum and white gold to accentuate contrast and brilliance. Because the material is unenhanced and presents very minimal eye visible inclusions, designers can confidently specify open galleries and light admitting settings to optimize sparkle. This specimen is offered by The Natural Gemstone Company, and we are available to advise on exact setting dimensions, prong placement, and mounting options to preserve the stone geometry and to realize a bespoke piece that showcases the garnet to best effect.