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3.74ct ETW Earth-Mined Reddish Orange Spessartine Garnet – Unheated
3.74ct ETW Earth-Mined Reddish Orange Spessartine Garnet – Unheated
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3.74ct ETW Earth-Mined Reddish Orange Spessartine Garnet – Unheated
This striking loose gemstone features an earth-mined reddish orange spessartine garnet from Sri Lanka, displaying a beautiful combination of warm orange and red tones. Its substantial 3.74-carat weight, attractive luster, and generous dimensions create a distinctive presentation for custom jewelry or gemstone collecting.
Specifications:
Gemstone: Reddish Orange Spessartine Garnet
Carat Weight: 3.74ct ETW
Dimensions: 13.1 x 8.3 x 4.5 mm
Clarity: Slightly Included
Treatment: Unheated
Origin: Sri Lanka
Condition: New
Earth-mined reddish orange spessartine garnet weighing 3.74ct ETW from Sri Lanka, featuring slightly included clarity, attractive luster, and unheated character.
This spessartine displays appealing reddish orange coloration, combining the warmth of orange with deeper red undertones. Its attractive luster complements the gemstone's rich body color, creating a vibrant appearance that distinguishes it from more traditional red garnets.
Spessartine, also commonly called spessartite, is a manganese-rich member of the garnet mineral group. Its distinctive coloration is primarily associated with manganese within its crystal structure, producing shades ranging from golden orange and vivid mandarin to deeper reddish orange. This remarkable color range has made spessartine one of the most recognizable and desirable orange garnet varieties.
Unlike many colored gemstones that routinely undergo enhancement, spessartine garnet is generally available without heat treatment. This gemstone's unheated character preserves its naturally occurring coloration, an appealing attribute for collectors who appreciate gemstones in their original state.
At 3.74 carats with dimensions of 13.1 x 8.3 x 4.5 mm, this garnet offers substantial face-up presence and attractive elongated proportions. Its generous dimensions make it particularly well suited for a custom statement pendant, where its warm coloration and appealing luster can be prominently displayed. It also makes an interesting addition to a collection of larger garnet varieties.
Sri Lanka has a long history as a source of fine colored gemstones, including several members of the garnet family. The combination of Sri Lankan origin, reddish orange coloration, natural unheated character, and substantial carat weight gives this individual spessartine a distinctive presentation.
A beautiful earth-mined reddish orange spessartine garnet offering rich natural color, attractive luster, and impressive proportions for custom jewelry or gemstone collecting.
(Stock Code: EDMM)
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