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Uparatnas: Alternative and Secondary Gemstones
for Jyotish & Vedic Astrology
In addition to the
nine main, astrological, Jyotish gemstones, Vedic
astrology uses alternative
and secondary gems as well, known as Uparatnas
| Upratnas. It is found, however, that
an alternative, astrological, Jyotish gem has
somewhat of a
milder effect than the correspondent main gem.
The nine, astrological
Jyotish gems page to know more about the main and
alternative gemstones used in Jyotish and Vedic astrology.
Important:
The following pictures are highly magnified
(30X)
and do not show the gems' real
size. Color and
brilliance
can greatly vary from computer to computer, depending
on your monitor's settings. Color will also, naturally, vary from sunlight to indoor lighting
and other light sources.
Dark and lighter
areas are effects from the digital camera. See description for accuracy
on clarity grade, color and exact dimensions in mm.

Sweet, very well cut & clean, untreated, Burmese peridot.
$150/ct
$407/gem |
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sweet, Mercury Uparatna here. This Burma
peridot weighs 2.71 cts., medium, vivid, apple green color, masterly
executed in a rectangular baguette cut, and measuring 9.40 x 7.08 x 4.12mm, VVS2 in clarity, very
clean,
from
the Pyaung
Gaung
peridot mine, Upper Burma. Our Jyotish gemstones are accurately
chosen in their natural, not treated state, for fine clarity,
perfect cuts and uplifting energy. We then set them in
one-of-a-kind, beautiful to the eye, auspicious Vedic jewels simply
to raise your spirit. Shop with confidence for a jewel that you will
cherish all your life. |
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Ruby alternative. Ravishing, great cut & clean, untreated,
Ceylon rhodolite garnet.
$90/ct
$341/gem |
What a
gorgeous stone! See it in real life. This untreated, Vedic Sun
uparatna, Ceylon rhodolite garnet weighs 3.79
cts., deep, fine, blood red color, masterly executed, elongated,
rectangular antique cushion, mixed cut, and measuring 10.63 x 7.55 x 5.02mm,
eye flawless, VVS1 in clarity, super clean, from the gem fields of
Elahera, cut & polished in Ratnapura, Sri Lanka. The cut is great,
with a very unique pattern on bottom, thus delivering an unique
luster & scintillation. Very beautiful Sun uparatna at a super great
price. |
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Ruby alternative. Perfection, well cut & clean, untreated,
Ceylon rhodolite garnet.
$95/ct
$377/gem |
What a
gorgeous rhodolite garnet! This one weighs 3.97
cts., deep, fine, blood red color, perfectly executed, emerald, step
cut, and measuring 9.73 x 8.40 x 5.18mm, eye flawless, VVS2 in
clarity, super clean, from the gem fields of Elahera, cut & polished
n Ratnapura, Sri Lanka. A most masculine rhodolite garnet in its
shape and feel, perfectly cut for a symmetrical & essentially
glorious look. |
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Ruby alternative. Gorgeous color, well cut & flawless, untreated,
Ceylon rhodolite garnet.
$100/ct
$434/gem |
What a
beautiful gem! Make it yours. This rhodolite garnet weighs 4.34
cts., deep, slightly orangish, fine blood red color, perfectly
executed, round, mixed cut, and measuring 9.7mm in diameter x 6.3mm deep,
flawless gem, IF-VVS1 in clarity, from the gem fields of Nivitigala,
cut & polished in Ratnapura, Sri Lanka. Awesome luster and gorgeous color, this is definitely an
auspicious and appealing Sun uparatna. Will
set awesomely in anything you will think of. |
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Ruby alternative.
Heartily, perfectly cut & flawless, untreated, Ceylon rhodolite garnet.
$100/ct
$420/gem |
A
sensuous & beautiful, untreated, Ceylon rhodolite garnet, weighing 4.20
cts., deep, blood red color, perfectly executed,
heart, mixed cut shape and measuring 9.57 x 10.28 x 5.68mm, flawless
gem, IF-VVS1 in
clarity, from the gem fields of Pelmadulla, cut & polished in
Beruwela, Sri Lanka. A great ruby alternative, this Ceylon rhodolite
garnet is blessed with perfection and feminine presence. |
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Ruby alternative.
Alluring, well cut & flawless, untreated, Ceylon rhodolite garnet.
$100/ct
$674/gem |
An
alluring, untreated, Ceylon rhodolite garnet, weighing 6.74
cts., deep, blood red color, excellent, oval, mixed cut, and
measuring 13.08 x 10.01 x 6.70mm, flawless gem, IF-VVS1 in clarity,
from the gem fields of Pelmadulla, cut & polished in Beruwela, Sri
Lanka. A great ruby alternative, this rhodolite garnet is blessed
with perfection, imposing presence and charismatic eye appeal. |
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Ruby alternative gem.
One-of-a-kind, perfectly
cut with flawless clarity, untreated, Ceylon rhodolite garnet
$90/ct
$340/gem |
What a
beautiful alternative ruby gemstone. This rhodolite garnet was mined in an
unknown locality in Sri Lanka, cut & polished in Beruwela. It weighs 3.78
cts., deep, orangey, blood red color, masterly executed,
baguette, fancy, mixed cut, ad measuring 9.18 x 7.50 x 5.52mm,
flawless gem, IF-VVS1 in clarity, Either ring or
pendant, this gemstone is guaranteed to set very well, and provide
the support and energy of the planet Sun. Absolutely beautiful &
unique. Stand yourself apart. |
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Ruby alternative
gemstone.
Auspiciously
flawless, well shaped in a rare size, untreated, Ceylon red-purple spinel.
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A completely flawless, untreated, Ceylon spinel,
weighting 3.15 cts., deep, purple-red color, superbly executed in an
"antique", rectangular, mixed cut cushion shape, and measuring
8.75 x
7.08 x 5.95mm, completely flawless, IF -VVS1,
hailing for the gem fields of Ratnapura, Sri Lanka. Exuding
perfection and grace, this natural spinel is bless with a rare,
loupe clean & flawless clarity. The cutting is also
particularly well crafted. Gemstone memo from the National Gem &
Jewellery Authority, Sri Lanka confirming it a natural spinel. |
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Emerald Uparatna.
Perfect cut, lovely color, clean clarity. A sweet, untreated,
Burmese peridot.
$200/ct
$840/gem |
If you
like an uniquely cut, Mercury Uparatna, this untreated Burmese
peridot is the astrological gem for you. It weights 4.20
cts., medium, vivid, apple green color, masterly and perfectly
executed, emerald step cut, measuring 10.00 x 9.10 x 5.90mm, eye
flawless, VVS2 in clarity,
from
the Pyaung
Gaung mine,
Upper Burma. The unusual (for peridots) emerald cut delivers a very
orderly, refined and modern look. A definitely auspicious, Mercury
alternative gemstone that will make an enchanting & unique
astrological, Jyotish jewel. |
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Emerald alternative gem.
Exciting and lustrous, perfectly cut, untreated, Burmese peridot.
$210/ct
$825/gem
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Love
the brilliance in this one. This untreated, Burmese peridot weighs 3.93
cts., medium, vivid, "apple" green color with a very slightly bluish
undertone, perfectly executed, oval, mixed cut, and measuring 11.50 x 9.18 x 5.92mm,
eye flawless, VVS2 in clarity,
from
the Pyaung
Gaung mine,
Upper Burma. Cut to perfection, this astrological peridot delivers a
super brilliance for a true feast to the eye. As clean as it gets as
well, this is a quality, untreated Burmese peridot to propitiate
Mercury's energy in your life. Beautiful one. |
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Emerald alternative gem.
Imposing and charismatic, perfectly shaped, untreated, Burmese
peridot.
$200/ct
$688/gem |
A very
beautiful, untreated, Burmese peridot, weighing 3.44 cts., medium,
vivid, "apple" green color with a very slightly bluish undertone,
perfectly executed, oval, mixed cut, and measuring 11.60 x
8.89 x 5.10mm, flawless gem, IF-VVS1 in clarity,
from
the Pyaung
Gaung mine,
Upper Burma.
Beautiful presence and imposing energy, this Burmese peridot is cut
to perfection for large appearance. Add the flawless clarity, and
what you have is a very auspicious Mercury uparatna, that is a
perfect candidate for one of our custom-made, one-of-a-kind
planetary talismans. Set yourself apart. |
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Diamond alternative gem.
Amazing danburite, as
perfect as it gets. Very auspicious to uphold the favors of Venus.
$120/ct
$683/gem |
What a
gorgeous Venus gem. This untreated danburite weights 5.69
cts., top finest white, colorless, masterly executed, trillion,
mixed cut, and measuring 12.6 x 13.1 x 7.30mm, flawless gem, IF-VVS1
in clarity from from the
San Luis Potosi area, Charcas region, Mexico. You have to see it in
real life. Simply a magnificent gem. Completely colorless, the
cutting is simply perfect & gives the stone a most popping, super
lustrous & exciting scintillation. Very, very beautiful one
destined to make an auspicious, talismanic pendant for a fortunate
person. |
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Emerald alternative
gem.
Sparkling, awesome shape, flawless, Burmese
peridot. Gorgeous Jyotish gem.
$180/ct
$535/gem |
What a beautiful
Burmese peridot, this one weighting 2.97 ct.,
medium, bright,
"lime" green color, excellent, "antique" square cushion, mixed cut, measures
8.5x8.5x5.75mm, flawless gem, IF-VVS1 in clarity, from
the Pyaung
Gaung mine,
Upper Burma. A most gorgeously & perfectly shaped peridot with perfect,
flawless clarity that
translate in a lustrous and very pleasing result. A feast to the eye,
& surely your spirit will benefit too. Offered at a low
price for this quality. |
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Ruby alternative gem.
Fiery, perfect cut, definitely auspicious, blood red, Ceylon
rhodolite garnet.
$90/ct
$282/gem |
A very beautiful,
untreated, rhodolite garnet, weighting 3.13 cts., fine "blood red"
color, perfectly executed, roval, mixed cut ( a roval is an oval
almost round), measuring 8.80 x 8.21 x 5.68mm,
flawless gem, IF-VVS1
n clarity, from the gem fields at Balangoda, cut & polished in
Ratnapura, Sri Lanka. Well,
prices for all untreated colored stones are simply skyrocketing and
show a no slowing down trend in the very near future. This one,
simply a beautiful blood red, rhodolite garnet, cut to perfection,
as clean as it gets, and with an awesome luster.
Finest one. Definitely auspicious if you are on a budget, and want a
powerful Sun uparatna to enhance your Sun, vital energy. |
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Ruby alternative gem.
Imposing, rare huge size, untreated,
Orissa rhodolite garnet. One-of-a-kind.
$90/ct
$858/gem
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An
absolutely gorgeous, untreated, Orissa rhodolite garnet, weighting a
conspicuous 9.53 cts., fine "blood red" color, very slightly
purplish in undertone, masterly & perfectly executed, emerald, mixed
cut, and measuring 12.17x10.33x8.20mm, very clean, VVS2 in clarity,
from a new 2012 find, Orissa state, India. Very positive & uplifting
energy to be perceived in this auspicious, untreated rhodolite
garnet. Rare clarity for large size,
perfect cut and a great size for an unique
talisman. For the discerning person. |
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Emerald alternative gem. Alluring, perfectly
shaped, untreated, Burmese peridot. Flawless & cut to perfection.
$210/ct
$853/gem |
Love
this one. This natural and untreated, Burmese peridot weights 4.05
cts., medium, vivid, intense "apple" green color with a
very slightly bluish undertone, masterly executed in an "antique",
rectangular cushion shape, measuring 11.07 x 8.68 x 5.30mm, eye
clean, VVS2-VS1 in clarity, hailing from
the Pyaung
Gaung mine,
Upper Burma. Delightful color in a perfectly, well balanced shape and
great clarity, this gem is guaranteed to mount perfectly in our
one-of-a-kind custom, astrological jewels. Ask to have it set
uniquely. |
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Ruby alternative gem.
Auspiciously imposing, flawless, untreated, Orissa rhodolite garnet.
$100/ct
$679/gem |
What a
beautiful red rhodolite! Imposing Sun energy in this 6.79 cts. gem,
blood red color, superbly cut in an oval,
mixed cut shape and measuring 11.78 x
9.19 x 7.18mm, flawless gem, IF-VVS1 from a new 2012 find, Orissa
state, India. A fabulous rhodolite that truly
transmits a very distinct & powerful Sun energy. As clean as it
gets, we simply cherry pick the very best among hundreds of stones,
absolute perfection in terms of clarity, perfect cut and undeniable
beauty. Very auspicious & beautiful, alternative Sun gem at a great
price for this perfect quality. |
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Emerald alternative
gemstone.
One-of-a-kind, awesomely cut, untreated,
Brazilian green
tourmaline. Flawless.
$120/ct
$793/gem |
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ravishing, unheated
green tourmaline, 6.61 ct., medium,
"steely" green color, very well executed,
square step cut, and
measuring 9.7x9.9x8.0mm, flawless gem,
IF-VVS1 in clarity, from
the Belo Horizonte area, Minas Gerais
state, Brazil. Right now, prices for green
tourmalines (and in every color as well) is extremely high. All this
due to
the high popularity this gem variety has gained the past decade & the
good hardness exhibiting, that makes it an every-day, very wearable
gemstone. This beautiful specimen is totally under priced
and a true wholesale value. |
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Diamond alternative
gem.
Mesmerizing,
diamond-like luster, top finest white, untreated, Madagascan
phenakite. Certified.
$150/ct
$1,656/gem |
If you want a very rare, completely natural,
gemstone, here is a most gorgeous, Madagascan phenakite, weighting 11.04 cts.,
top finest white (colorless), magnificently executed, "antique"
cushion, mixed cut, and measuring 13.90 x 13.39 x 10.09mm, eye
flawless, VVS1 from the Lanapera emerald deposits, Southern
Madagascar. Usually phenakite are found in association with emerald
pockets. A relatively included material, clean pieces of good size
are always a rare occurrence. Here is a super gorgeous one, with
finest cutting, clean clarity and marvelous eye appeal. Bad
pic...see it in real life to understand what we mean. Absolutely
gorgeous! |
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Ruby alternative
gemstones.
One-of-a-kind, rhodolite garnets set. Beautiful.
$100/ct $299/set |
Beautiful and
unique. Here is a set of rhodolite garnets, 4 stones, 2.99
ct. total weight, intense pink color, three
princess, graduating from 5 to 4.6mm and one trillion cut, 5.5mm,
IF-VVS1, flawless gems from East Africa. This set is very eye pleasing and
one-of-a-kind, with a total length of approx. 21mm. Ideally, it will
need to be set as the "arrow" pendant design, as pictured. To match
in color and size this quality is very hard., and this astrological,
milder
alternative to the ruby is an unrepeatable deal. |
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Ruby alternative
gem. Gorgeous, unique cranberry color, perfectly cut with
flawless clarity, Ceylon rhodolite garnet.
$125/ct
$435/gem
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What a
beautiful, natural, Ceylon rhodolite garnet. It weighs 3.84
cts., medium-dark, fine "cranberry" red color, masterly
executed, rectangular, emerald scissor cut, and measuring 10.51 x 8.42 x 4.68mm,
flawless gem, IF-VVS1 from unknown gem fields, cut & polished in
Beruwela, Sri Lanka. If you are looking for a gemstone that is truly
beautiful, auspicious and with an awesome color, you have found it. Absolutely gorgeous stone, destined to set
in a gorgeous Sun talisman. |
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Diamond alternative
gem. Incredibly lustrous,
flawless, superb size, untreated, crystal clear, Mexican
danburite. Rare nowadays.
$120/ct
$1,153/gem
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A
crystal-clear and immensely spell-binding, untreated danburite, this
one weighting a whopping 9.61 cts.,
top finest white (colorless), perfectly executed, oval "flower" cut,
and measuring 14.82x12.13x8.94mm, flawless gem, IF-VVS1 from the
San Luis Potosi area, Charcas region, Mexico. Danburite is an
untreated gemstones that vary from colorless to light yellow to
light pink. It is very brilliant when clean, and makes a sparkling &
delightful jewel. Of course, big size & clean pieces are seldom
available. Get this one if you want an one-of-a-kind gemstone that
will set stupendous. For a special person, guaranteed super
beautiful. |
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Diamond alternative. Absolutely
captivating, flawless, charming shape, untreated danburite.
Super sparkling.
$100/ct
$496/gem
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Another great,
natural, untreated danburite, this one weighting 4.96 cts., oval,
checkerboard, flower cut, top, finest white (colorless), measuring 12.20x8.9x7.70mm,
flawless gem, IF-VVs1 from the
San Luis Potosi area, Charcas region, Mexico. What a lovely cut,
with a rarely done, checkerboard top, and a "flower" pavilion that
deliver outstanding scintillation & luster. And flawless in clarity,
this is a superior, alternative gem for Venus for very little money.
See it in person to be captivated instantly. Beautiful one...well
auspicious. |
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Great size, ideal
pendant stone, untreated, Ceylon red garnet.
$60/ct
$616/gem
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Up for
grasp is a huge size red garnet, mined in an unknown Sri Lankan
location, and weighing 10.26
cts., deep blood red color, perfectly executed, round star cut, measuring 12.33mm in diameter x 8.56mm deep,
super clean, VVS1 in clarity. Garnets have very complex chemical
formulas, and hybrids are quite common, being a mix of two or more
well defined varieties. This red garnet is a great alternative
to a Vedic ruby, and sure to set impressive. Pendant recommended. |
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Ruby alternative.
One-of-a-kind, rhodolite garnets set. Very low price.
$450/set |
Super gorgeous and
unique. Here is a set of top rhodolite garnets, 4 stones, 3.96
ct. total weight, top, deep, intense purple-red color, three
princess, graduating from 5.7 to 5mm and one trillion cut 5mm,
the colors also graduate a bit from darker to a bit lighter...,
flawless gems, VVS type 2 from East Africa. This set is truly amazing and
one-of-a-kind, with a total length of approx. 24mm. Ideally, it will
need to be set as the "arrow" pendant design pictured. To match
in color and size this quality is very, very hard., and this astrological
alternative to the ruby is a fantastic, unique and unrepeatable deal! |
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Diamond alternative.
Magnificently cut, flawless, amazingly one-of-a-kind, untreated
Mexican danburite.
$110/ct
$560/gem |
A very rare and
uniquely cut natural danburite, weighting 5.09 ct., top white,
colorless, comparable to a D color diamond, perfectly executed,
rectangular cushion, with concave pavilion ( a fairly uncommon gem
design), measures 12.91x10.13x6.34mm, flawless gem, IF-VVS type2 from
the Charcas region, Mexico. We have
been lucky to get few more pieces in flawless clarity, but the future
will be very uncertain. This one was cut in a gorgeous cushion ,
concave cut, which shows a very interesting and unique light return
pattern. Truly a mystical gem. Danburite is never treated. |
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Emerald alternative.
Spiritually compelling, finest color, flawless, Pakistani
peridot. Beautiful.
~Sold!~
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Effulgent, gorgeous with large look, Pakistani peridot weighting 5.35
cts., finest, medium-dark, intensely vivid, "lime" green color,
perfectly executed, trillion, mixed cut shape, measures 11.55x11.1mm,
eye flawless, VVS1 type2 in clarity, from the the Suppatt region, Pakistan. Well,
alluring gem quality peridot with a most gorgeous shape, and a
perfect, mesmerizing brilliance. Everything
is super good here, great color, flawless clarity, mystical trillion
shape, fantastic luster. A true value
for a gorgeous gem. Peridot is never treated. Natural. |
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Ruby alternative. "Holy Buddha",
orange-red, Tanzanian garnet
carving. Excellent details....unique.
$255/piece
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Holy Buddha,
red garnet carving, 8.25 ct., deep orange-red color,
measuring 11.5x24.2mm, flawless piece from Tanzanian
rough, East Africa. Carved in Thailand. The
details of
the Buddha figure are gorgeous. Finely carved. Gorgeous piece for a holy
pendant. Our suggestion is to frame it with a
row of accents such as bright sapphire melees, surrounding the piece.
Or set it alone, in a simple, bezel, gold frame, as an inexpensive, yet
auspicious, "Sun" talisman. |
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Emerald alternative.
Enchanting, beautifully shaped, auspicious
Burmese peridot. Super clean.
$190/ct
$724/gem |
You have to see this
one. When I saw it, I had
already envisioned it into an one-of-a-kind pendant. A good 3.81 ct.,
medium, vividly intense, fine "lime" green color, excellent, "antique", elongated,
cushion, mixed cut, measuring7.06x5.7mm, eye flawless, VVS1 type2 from
the
Pyaung Gaung
mine,
Burma.. A real
beauty, in its slender cushion shape, this will make a perfect,
ravishing Mercury pendant (of course with the length running
vertically). Very lustrous gem and a real beauty! |
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Ruby alternative. "Holy Buddha",
Tanzanian garnet
carving. Unique for an one-of-kind pendant.
$245/ piece
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Holy Buddha,
red garnet carving, 11.67 ct. deep orange-red color,
measuring 13.2x17.7mm, flawless piece from East Africa. Carved in Thailand! Gorgeous
piece for a holy pendant. Our suggestion is to frame it with a row of accents such as
bright sapphire melees, surrounding the piece! Or set it alone,
in a simple, bezel, gold frame, as an inexpensive, yet auspicious,
"Sun" talisman. |
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