Regal Flame of Mahenge – 1.73 ct Rhodolite Princess Cut Wonder

Regal Flame of Mahenge – Rhodolite Princess Cut Wonder

Where Tanzanian Majesty Meets Mozambican Mystery

From the storied gemlands of Tanzania emerges a jewel of exceptional distinction—a Rhodolite Garnet of Mahenge pedigree, carrying the rich legacy of one of the world’s most renowned garnet regions. Discovered during a private 2023 gem-hunting expedition in Arusha, this mesmerizing stone first shimmered in the rough, exuding nobility and allure even before its transformation. Hand-released by an artisanal miner with deep ancestral ties to the land, the gem channels the vivid splendor of Mozambique’s famed Manica Province garnets—yet remains grounded in the regal earth of Mahenge, Tanzania.

This extraordinary garnet boasts a lush, purplish-red hue—an imperial tone that dances between magenta flame and twilight shadow. It is a gem of intimate brilliance, every facet igniting a chorus of fire, each glint a reflection of nature’s most poetic expression.

To honor this inherent radiance, the garnet was shaped in a masterfully executed Princess Cut—a cut renowned for its precision, maximizing fire and scintillation. The result is a contemporary marvel of brilliance imbued with timeless earthborn prestige.

Gem Details

• Stone Identity: Rhodolite Garnet

• Discovery Year: 2023 (Private gem-hunting expedition)

• Weight: 1.73 ct

• Origin: Mahenge, Tanzania — a region revered for its exceptional garnet specimens

• Color: Vivid Purple with rich magenta flashes (reminiscent of fine Purple Garnets)

• Brilliance: Exceptional; fiery and lively across all facets

• Clarity: Near Loupe-Clean, Eye-Clean — inclusions visible only under fiber optic illumination, VVS2

• Dimensions (L x W): 6.60 mm x 6.19 mm

• L/W Ratio: 1.066

• L/H Ratio: 1.43

• Cut/Shape: Princess – “The Queen of Brilliance”

• Cut Style: Step-Cut Symphony – Excellent Symmetry and Proportions

• Depth (Height/Pavilion): 4.60 mm

• Refractive Index: 1.73

• Certified: No

• Treated: No (Untreated)

• Features:

  • Master Precision Cut

  • Vivid Purple Hue with Magenta Flashes

  • Fancy Medium Vivid Tone

  • Flawless Proportions

  • Excellent Brilliance

  • Jewel-Grade Quality

  • Ideal Size for Minimalist or High-Jewelry Creations

• Price per Carat: $300

• Total Price: $520

• Provenance: Hand-selected during a 2023 gem exploration in Tanzania

To Our Esteemed Collectors and Connoisseurs

In the realm of fine gemstones, color is king. It defines not only a gem’s aesthetic soul but its intrinsic value. When acquiring fine stones, allow color to be your foremost guide—its richness, hue, and saturation determine visual and emotional resonance. Clarity enhances brilliance and purity, complementing the gem’s core identity.

While cut and size accentuate beauty and presence, they are often secondary unless dealing with truly exceptional categories such as Rubies, Sapphires, Emeralds, Alexandrites, Tsavorites, Spinels, Diamonds, Paraiba Tourmalines, and other rare collector gems. In these, size, when coupled with extraordinary color, becomes a defining element of rarity and prestige.

As you explore our curated vault, let this timeless gemological wisdom inform your choices—ensuring every acquisition is as meaningful as it is magnificent.