Parcel of natural rhodolite garnet rough showing a range of rich purplish-red to raspberry tones. Rhodolite is a garnet variety that sits between pyrope and almandine, and its color varies depending on the relative balance of iron and magnesium in the crystal chemistry, as well as minor trace elements present during formation. These chemical differences are what cause rhodolite to span from brighter pinkish reds to deeper wine and violet-leaning shades within the same parcel.
From the Umba Valley of Tanzania, a region known for producing some of the finest rhodolite available
4 pieces / 9.210 grams / 46.05 carats / 11.51+ / Should facet eye-clean or better. Some extremely fine sugar/rutile-type inclusions seen under 10x
Estimate: $325 - $350
