4.99 Ct. Rhodolite Garnet from Tanzania

If you are searching for a signature gemstone that ends your quest for the perfect engagement ring or the crowning piece for a collector, this transparent 4.99 carat cushion shape purplish pink rhodolite garnet from Tanzania is the answer, and The Natural Gemstone Company is proud to present it to you. This gem measures 10.94 by 8.85 by 5.84 mm, and its mixed brilliant cut and cushion silhouette combine classic elegance with modern sparkle. The intense color intensity and excellent polish deliver a vivid visual impact that reads as luxurious and refined at any viewing distance. Evaluated as eye clean at eye level, this rhodolite offers the clarity that makes every facet and flash count, giving you the kind of confident beauty you want for an engagement ring that will be treasured for decades, or for a collector who values both rarity and uncompromised appeal.

Every technical attribute of this rhodolite has been selected with your desires in mind, and none of the beauty here is the result of treatment, because this stone is natural and unenhanced. The mixed brilliant cut is designed to optimize light return in a cushion outline, producing lively scintillation across the table while maintaining a deep, velvety body tone that reads consistently in different lights. At 4.99 carats this gemstone has presence and portability, translating to a striking center stone without overwhelming the finger. The eye clean clarity means that when mounted, the gem will read as clear and brilliant to the unaided eye, and the excellent polish ensures that every facet edge is crisp, allowing the purplish pink hue to dance and shift without interruption from surface irregularities.

To appreciate this rhodolite fully, it helps to compare its hue and tone with gemstones from other famous locations so you can see why this particular Tanzanian example is exceptional. Compared with Sri Lankan rhodolite, which often carries a cooler, more violet leaning hue that can appear lilac in certain lights, this Tanzanian piece leans warmer into purplish pink with a deeper saturation, giving it a richer and more romantic presence. Against Madagascar spinel and spinels from other classic sources, which tend to present a brighter, hotter pink that reads almost neon in strong light, the Tanzanian rhodolite offers a more nuanced and velvety pink, with complex secondary purple tones that add depth rather than outright brightness. When set beside pink sapphires from Myanmar, which can offer a softer and more pastel pink with a silky tone, this rhodolite stands out for its intensity and jewel like richness, retaining saturation without becoming too dark. Compared to rubies from Mozambique or classic Burmese rubies that push strongly towards true red, the rhodolite maintains a distinct identity, sitting gracefully between pink and red with a purplish cast that creates a sense of sophisticated color complexity.

If your need is to find a statement stone that will look magnificent in an engagement ring, or a collector piece that complements a cabinet of fine gems, this Tanzanian rhodolite satisfies both ambitions. Its transparent nature and eye clean clarity make it ideal for light enhancing settings, and its cushion shape and mixed brilliant faceting make it versatile for both halo and solitaire designs. Because the gem is natural and unenhanced, you own the full story of the stone, and The Natural Gemstone Company stands behind its origin and quality, offering support for certification and custom mounting advice. If you value color that is alive, tone that is substantial, and a hue that promises distinction without compromise, this 4.99 carat purplish pink rhodolite garnet from Tanzania is the perfect solution, and we are ready to help you make it the centerpiece of your next treasured piece.