Rhodolite Garnet Dodecahedron

Material: Natural Rhodolite Garnet Crystal Form: Dodecahedron (natural crystal habit, polished faces) Weight: 3.80 kg Facets: 20 natural crystal faces Dimensions: Approx. 5.5 × 4 × 4 inches Grade: AAA Origin: Odisha (Orissa), India Treatment: None Layered with darker internal tones referencing 19-1526 TCX Oxblood, giving the crystal its rich, saturated depth. Large, well-formed Rhodolite Garnet crystals in true dodecahedral habit are uncommon, particularly at this scale and color intensity. Most Rhodolite material appears in smaller, fragmented, or lighter-toned crystals, often lacking both symmetry and depth of saturation. This example stands apart for its size, clarity of form, and color concentration. Weighing 3.80 kg, the crystal retains a balanced dodecahedral geometry with 20 clearly defined faces, each contributing to a strong sense of structure and internal reflection. The deep cherry to wine-red coloration is consistent across the crystal, with natural internal zoning visible through the polished faces. Natural inclusions and growth features are present and expected in a garnet of this size, grounding the piece in authenticity rather than detracting from its visual impact.