1.64 Ct. Almandine Garnet from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

The Natural Gemstone Company is proud to present an extraordinary example of nature refined by masterful cutting, a transparent 1.64 carat oval almandine garnet that commands attention and admiration. From the first glance this gem declares its presence, a jewel whose vivid red fire is at once classic and modern, resonant with the ancient allure of garnet and polished for the modern connoisseur. This is not merely a stone, it is a statement of achievement, a refined expression of taste that will sit at the heart of any distinguished collection. For the collector who desires both rarity and elegance, this garnet delivers on every promise, offering intrinsic beauty and a provenance that speaks to careful sourcing and truthful presentation.

Crafted in a graceful oval weighing 1.64 carat and measuring 7.98 x 6.11 x 4.15 mm, this almandine garnet is cut to maximize light return and internal scintillation, an artful balance achieved through a mixed brilliant cut. The mixed brilliant style merges the lively sparkle of a brilliant crown with a pavilion that deepens color saturation and enhances depth, so that each facet becomes a window into the stone as a whole. Faceting has been executed to exacting standards, creating crisp facet junctions and a harmonious symmetry that allows the stone to sing under light. This is a gem that will catch a beam, scatter it into flashes of warm, rich red, and then hold that glow with an almost stoic intensity, making it a compelling centerpiece for rings, pendants, or bespoke creations.

Color and clarity converge in opulent harmony within this Ceylon Sri Lanka almandine garnet, its hue described as vivid in intensity, a richly saturated red that leans to the deep, garnet classic without losing brightness. The color is both profound and alive, offering a spectrum from garnet garnet ruby like highlights to darker, wine like depths at angles where light concentrates. The clarity has been graded as very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, which in practical terms means the gem reads as clean to the unaided eye, with inclusions sufficiently minor that they do not interrupt the visual drama. This eye level clarity preserves the integrity of the color while providing the natural signatures that affirm its authenticity. An excellent polish completes the presentation, ensuring a glasslike surface that intensifies brilliance and offers a tactile satisfaction that only the finest finishes can provide.

Unenhanced and natural, this almandine garnet arrives to its new custodian exactly as it was shaped by earth and artisan, without treatment or modification, a purity that collectors value above all. Originating from Ceylon Sri Lanka, a region known for producing gemstones of exceptional character, the stone carries a sense of place that enriches its story. The combination of vivid color, mixed brilliant cut, and superb polish makes this gem ideal as the centerpiece in a bespoke ring, a striking solitaire pendant, or an heirloom brooch that will draw notice in any room. Set in warm metals such as 18 karat yellow gold, the red will sing with a classic romance, while a cooler white metal setting will lend a contemporary edge that emphasizes the stone is for the discerning, modern patron.

To own this gemstone through The Natural Gemstone Company is to claim a work of natural art that communicates refinement, taste, and confident elegance. For those who seek a jewel that will anchor a collection and inspire admiration, this 1.64 carat oval almandine garnet stands ready, a rare and honest treasure, expertly cut and intimately finished. Our team will assist with bespoke mounting recommendations, secure packaging, and documentation of origin and characteristics so that each aspect of this acquisition feels as luxurious as the gem itself. Allow this garnet to become the signature piece that announces your aesthetic, a lasting emblem of sophistication that will endure through generations.