Rhodolite - The Rosy Glow of a Rare Garnet Family Member
🌍 Origin & History
Rhodolite Garnet, with its enchanting raspberry-red hues, is a prized gemstone among connoisseurs and jewelry makers. Named after the Greek word for "rose," Rhodolite evokes elegance and sophistication.
At Mittal Gems, we specialize in supplying calibrated Rhodolite gemstones, hand-selected for consistent tone and brilliance.
🎨 Color Range & Characteristics
Typical Rhodolite shades include:
- Raspberry Red: Rich and vivid
- Purplish-Red: A luxurious deep tone
- Rosy Pink: In lighter varieties
⛏️ Mining and Sources
Key sources of Rhodolite include:
- Tanzania: World-renowned for vivid raspberry Rhodolites
- Zimbabwe: Known for slightly deeper tones
- Sri Lanka: Producing lighter, brighter varieties
🧠 Educational Insights
- Hardness: 7 to 7.5 on the Mohs scale
- Composition: A blend of Almandine and Pyrope Garnets
- Durability: Excellent for rings, earrings, and pendants
📈 Interesting Facts
- High-quality Rhodolite is rarer than traditional deep-red Garnet.
- It often exhibits exceptional brilliance and is less prone to inclusions.
- Rhodolite is a favorite for vintage-inspired and bespoke jewelry designs.
🔗 Browse Our Collection
Looking for beautiful calibrated Rhodolite gemstones?
👉 Browse our Rhodolite collection here.