A man's silver ring wants a stone with weight to it, and at 13.20 carats this is one of the largest garnets we carry. Deep red in heavy silver is a combination that has been worn in this part of the world for a very long time, and it suits garnet particularly well: the cool grey of the metal sits back and lets the colour carry the ring.

The stone

13.20 carats, which is 14.51 ratti. Rs. 13,130, about Rs. 995 per carat, reference GSN-GT-20. One piece, as photographed.

What it looks like

Measured from the photograph, it reads 50 out of 255 in brightness — towards the darker end of our range — with red leading the next strongest colour channel by 24 points. It is a deep stone that reads near-black at the shoulders and opens into clear red through the centre when light reaches it. At this size there is enough material for that depth to show properly, which is part of why darker garnets suit large stones better than small ones.

Sizing a stone for a man's ring

1. Ten to fifteen carats is the usual bracket for a substantial silver ring. Below that the stone looks lost in a heavy mount.
2. Think about height, not just width. A faceted stone has a pointed pavilion underneath. A deep setting keeps the ring from standing too proud.
3. Silver suits the colour. Gold warms a red stone further; silver keeps it clean and is the traditional choice here.
4. Open the back if you can. A deep garnet in a closed setting loses much of what makes it worth having.

Durability, which matters for a ring worn daily

Garnet rates 7 to 7.5 on the Mohs scale and has no cleavage plane, so it handles ordinary wear without special care — a genuine advantage over the softer stones often set in men's rings. Warm soapy water and a soft brush when it needs cleaning. Avoid ultrasonic cleaners where inclusions are visible.

Treatment

Not tested, and our specification sheet states that rather than implying anything better. Garnet is one of the least-treated gems in the trade, with no routine process applied to its colour. Independent laboratory testing can be arranged before dispatch if you want it confirmed.

More

The garnet price guide covers the rates, the January birthstone page covers the tradition behind the stone, and the collection page has the rest of the range.

Ordering

One piece only. Flat Rs. 500 delivery anywhere in Pakistan by insured, tracked courier, dispatched in one to two working days. Cash on Delivery — open the parcel and look at the stone before you pay — and seven days to return it unused. Dimensions have not been recorded; message us on WhatsApp at +92 308 887 3888 and we will measure it before you order.

This particular stone

This listing is one natural garnet with a weight of 13.2 Carat. Its price is Rs. 13,130 — roughly Rs. 995 for each carat. Treatment: treatment not tested. Quote reference GSN-GT-20 when you message us about it. The photographs show this exact stone, so what arrives at your door is the piece you chose on screen.

Above twelve carats you are into collector territory. Pieces this heavy are usually set as pendants or kept loose, and they are prized for the size of rough they came from. If you do set it, choose a bezel or a heavy claw to protect the edges.

On the Mohs scale garnet rates 7 to 7.5. It handles daily wear, but a hard knock can still nick an exposed corner, so a protective setting is a sensible choice. Clean it with warm soapy water and a soft brush, and keep it away from abrasive cleaners and high heat.

Whoever you buy garnet from, make sure of three things: the stone is natural rather than lab-grown, glass or glass-filled; any treatment is stated in writing; and the weight quoted is the weight of the finished stone. We check every garnet for those three points before it is listed, a certificate is available on request, and because you pay on delivery you can look at the stone — or have it tested — before any money changes hands.

We sell natural stones only and inspect each one before it is listed. Treatment for this stone: Treatment not tested. Certificate available on request. As general background (not a statement about this stone): Garnet is usually untreated. Ask us on WhatsApp and we will tell you what we know about this exact stone; independent lab testing is available on request.

A certificate of authenticity is available on request for this stone, and independent laboratory testing can be arranged. Because you pay on delivery, you can also take the stone to a lab of your choice within the 7-day return window. Read more on our authenticity page.