4.62 ct MALAIA OVAL | THE MAJESTIC RED PINK GARNET
TANGA MALAIA GARNET – A ONCE-IN-A-GENERATION MASTERPIECE
Secured During the Tanga Garnet Rush | Precision-Cut | Vault Exclusive
Unveiled from the heart of Tanzania during the legendary Tanga Garnet Rush, this extraordinary Malaia Garnet is a testament to rarity, artistry, and refined luxury. Sourced from a secured, early parcel at the onset of the now-depleted garnet surge, this gem embodies a moment in time — a chapter of natural history sealed in brilliance.
Hand-selected and entrusted to elite lapidaries, this gem underwent weeks of study and precision mapping to preserve its natural potential. Originally displaying an irregular polish in rough, its complex form demanded a bold yet elegant approach. The result: a custom oval cushion cut, designed to unveil the gem’s inner fire while honoring its untamed origin.
What sets this gemstone apart is not just its origin — it’s the radiant soul within. The color is a rich pinkish red, illuminated with fiery red flashes that shimmer in harmony. Its tone sits gracefully in the medium spectrum, effortlessly catching light in any refined setting.
Peer into the stone under magnification and you may catch a whisper of ultrafine rutile needles, a subtle fingerprint of nature’s artistry — completely invisible to the naked eye, yet a sign of authenticity. Eye clean and loupe-worthy, its refractive index is among the highest known in Malaia Garnets, delivering a brilliance that is nothing short of ethereal.
This is not just a gemstone — it is a singular treasure. A fusion of science, soul, and craftsmanship. A garnet that cannot be replicated, cannot be cloned, and will never again emerge from the earth in this exact symphony of tone and fire.
✧ Key Attributes
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Origin: Tanga, Tanzania
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Acquisition: Secured from Early Tanga Garnet Rush (Depleted Source)
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Cut: Custom Oval Cushion – Precision Crafted
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Color: Rich Pinkish Red with Vibrant Red Flashes
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Clarity: Eye Clean with Microscopic Rutile Needles
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Brilliance: Exceptionally High due to Superior Refractive Index
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Tone: Medium – Radiates Best in Premium Lighting
🎥 Experience It
Scroll through the attached video to witness the artistry and natural splendor — though, no lens can fully capture the living fire within this gem. To own it is to unlock its magic — to cradle a gemstone that defies repetition and celebrates your unique sense of legacy and taste.
Gem Details:
Stone Identity: Malaia Garnet
Discovery Year: Tanga Gem Hunting Frenzy, 2024
Weight: 4.62 ct
Origin: Tanga, Tanzania
Color: Pinkish Red
Brilliance: Excellent brilliance
Dimension [L/W] : 11.25 mm x 8.04 mm
Depth Dimension[h] [Pavillion]: 6.15 mm
Ratio [L/W ]: 1.399
Ratio [l/h]: 1.83
Clarity: Eye Clean [EC], Good Clarity
Cut/Shape: Oval
[Precision Faceted – Good Symmetry]
Cut style: Mixed Cut [Crown-Brilliant Facets, Pavilion-Step Cut Facets] R.I: 1.74
Certified: No
Treated: No
Treatment: None
Features: Master cut, Magnificent Pinkish Red Blend, Red Flashes, Tone-Medium, Classic – Oval Mixed cut, Flawless proportions, Excellent brilliance, Jewel grade piece, Good size for pendant,Brooch or Ring
Price per carat: $450
Total Price: $2079
Provenance: The gem was acquired during Garnet Gem hunting Frenzy in 2024, Tanga, TZ
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