4.18 Ct. Spessartite Garnet from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

From the moment this heart shaped red spessartite garnet was unearthed in the ancient alluvial gravels of Ceylon Sri Lanka its journey spoke of heat pressure and time shaping intense color into crystalline form. At 4.18 carats and measuring 9.33 x 11.09 x 5.24 mm this gem was selected for its transparent clarity and its passionate red tone. Cut into a mixed brilliant heart to balance scintillation with a strong face up color it has been faceted with care to reveal the energetic deep red that plays across each table and pavilion. The clarity grade is very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level ensuring that the stone reads clean to most observers while retaining natural character. The polish is excellent and there has been no enhancement to alter its natural beauty. When you hold it what you feel is the continuity from Sri Lankan earth to the precision of the lapidary and to the sentiment a heart shaped gem naturally inspires. At The Natural Gemstone Company we cherish that story and present this spessartite as a ready centerpiece for bespoke jewelry or an heirloom commission.

Beyond its story the practical durability of this spessartite garnet makes it a confident choice for wearable pieces. Spessartite garnet typically registers approximately 7 to 7.5 on the Mohs scale which places it above quartz which is 7 and comfortably harder than common opal types such as fire opal which range around 5.5 to 6.5. It is less hard than corundum which is 9 and far below diamond which is 10. This means the garnet is suitable for everyday jewelry with normal care and is more resistant to scratches than a fire opal while still benefiting from protective settings if used in rings or bracelets where impact may occur. For customers who love warm fiery tones note that the opal type in our collection is Fire Opal which offers a different soft luminous play compared to the saturated brilliance of this spessartite. At The Natural Gemstone Company we are happy to advise on settings and care that preserve the life and story of your gemstone while ensuring it sparkles for generations.