Deep berry. Glowing pink. Completely irresistible.

If you love big gemstones and rich colour, wait until you see this Rhodolite Garnet in the light.

The Rhodolite Garnet Mahtava Ring features a large natural, faceted Rhodolite Garnet handcrafted in sterling silver. Its colour is extraordinary: deep raspberry and rich berry-red at first glance, with an incredible vivid pink glow that appears as the light moves through the gemstone.

It's that contrast that makes this batch so special. In softer light the stone can look deep, moody and wine-rich. Then sunlight or brighter light catches the facets and suddenly there are flashes of raspberry, magenta and luminous pink coming from within.

And because this is from our Mahtava Collection, there's plenty of gemstone to enjoy.

Put it on and your hand suddenly feels dressed. Wear it with jeans and a white shirt, black for dinner, or whatever you happened to throw on that morning. This isn't a ring that needs an occasion.

It's the ring that becomes the occasion.

Bold, joyful and wonderfully difficult to stop looking at.

Why You'll Love It

• Large natural Rhodolite Garnet 13 x 18 MM stone
• Extraordinary deep raspberry, berry-red and pink colouring
• Vivid pink and magenta flashes appear as light moves through the gemstone
• Beautifully faceted to show off its depth, colour and brilliance
• Handcrafted in sterling silver
• A striking alternative to traditional dark red garnet
• January birthstone
• Every natural gemstone has its own variations and character
• New to our Mahtava Collection
• A statement ring you'll find excuses to wear

It's the Pink Glow That Gets You

Rhodolite is a member of the garnet family, but if your idea of garnet is a very dark red stone, this one might surprise you.

Rhodolite is loved for its pinkish-red, raspberry and purplish-red tones, and this particular batch has an especially beautiful pink character.

Look at the gemstone in softer light and you'll see deep berry and wine tones. Move it into brighter light and those facets reveal something else entirely: a luminous pink glow from within the deeper colour.

That's what makes this stone so much fun to wear.

It changes as you move.

And yes, you'll probably find yourself holding your hand up to the light just to look at it.

What Is Rhodolite Garnet?

Rhodolite is a natural variety of garnet particularly loved for its red-to-pink colour palette.

Unlike the classic deep red garnet many of us grew up knowing, Rhodolite can show beautiful combinations of raspberry, rose, berry, pink-red and purplish-red.

Its name is associated with its rose-like colouring, which feels particularly appropriate when you see the vivid pink coming through these stones.

So if you've previously thought garnet was too dark or too red for you, Rhodolite may completely change your mind.

This is garnet with a gorgeous pink side.

Mahtava Means Spectacular

And that’s exactly what this collection was designed to be.

Mahtava means “spectacular” in Finnish, is our collection of big, bold pear-shaped gemstones set in sterling silver.

No shrinking violets here.

The generous cut of the Rhodolite Garnet lets you really see its depth, rich raspberry and deep pink tones that glow as the light moves through the stone.

It’s a statement ring, absolutely.

But who decided statement jewellery was only for special occasions?

Wear it to lunch. Wear it to dinner. Wear it with denim.

Wear it because Tuesday looked like it could use a spectacular Rhodolite Garnet.

Rhodolite Garnet Meaning

Garnet has been treasured for thousands of years and is traditionally associated with love, passion, strength, protection and vitality.

With Rhodolite's warmer pink and raspberry colouring, it's easy to understand why people also connect it with emotional warmth, love and compassion.

Some people wear garnet when they want to feel grounded or strong. Others simply feel drawn to its rich, life-filled colour.

As always, gemstone meaning is personal.

Your Rhodolite Garnet might represent someone you love, something you've overcome or a new chapter you're beginning.

Or perhaps that incredible pink glow makes you happy every time you look at your hand.

That's reason enough.

A Different Kind of January Birthstone

Garnet is the traditional birthstone for January, making Rhodolite a wonderful choice if you're looking for January birthstone jewellery that's a little unexpected.

You still have the history and meaning of garnet, but instead of traditional deep red, you get these beautiful raspberry, berry and glowing pink tones.

It's a gorgeous January birthday gift for someone who loves pink gemstones, statement rings or jewellery that's anything but ordinary.

And if you weren't born in January?

We promise not to tell.

Rhodolite Garnet Mahtava Ring Details

Gemstone: Natural Rhodolite Garnet
Gemstone family: Garnet
Colour: Deep raspberry, berry-red, wine and vivid pink tones
Current batch: Particularly pink, with bright pink and magenta flashes when light passes through the gemstone
Cut: 13 x 18 MM Pear Cut
Metal: Sterling silver
Style: Large gemstone statement ring
Collection: Mahtava Collection
Birthstone: January

Because these are natural gemstones, every stone will have its own variations in colour and individual characteristics.

Lighting also makes an enormous difference to Rhodolite Garnet. Your gemstone may appear deeper and more wine-coloured in some conditions, then noticeably brighter, pinker and more vibrant as light passes through it.

That's part of its beauty.

How to Wear Your Rhodolite Garnet Mahtava Ring

This colour is surprisingly easy to wear.

Against black, the pink seems to glow. With white, it becomes the focus. Denim makes it feel wonderfully relaxed, while deeper burgundy, berry and neutral colours bring out different tones within the gemstone.

But you don't really need to style a Mahtava Ring.

Put it on.

That's pretty much the styling sorted.

Caring for Your Rhodolite Garnet Ring

Remove your ring before swimming, showering, cleaning, gardening, exercising or doing anything where the gemstone could be knocked.

Avoid perfumes, household chemicals and harsh or abrasive jewellery cleaners.

Use your Desiderate Sparkle Cloth to gently polish the sterling silver, taking care around the gemstone and its setting.

For a deeper clean, mild soapy water and a soft cloth or brush can be used gently. Rinse and dry carefully.

Rhodolite Garnet Ring FAQs

What colour is Rhodolite Garnet?

Rhodolite Garnet is known for beautiful pinkish-red, raspberry and purplish-red colours. Unlike the very dark red many people associate with garnet, Rhodolite can have a noticeably pink or berry-toned appearance.

Our current batch is particularly pink, showing deep raspberry and wine tones with vivid pink and magenta flashes as light moves through the gemstone.

Why does my Rhodolite Garnet look different in different light?

The depth and colour you see in a gemstone can change considerably with lighting. These Rhodolite Garnets can look deeper and more wine or berry coloured in softer light, while brighter light passing through the faceted stone can reveal much stronger raspberry and vivid pink tones.

That's one of the things we love most about this batch.

Is Rhodolite Garnet a natural gemstone?

Yes. Rhodolite is a natural variety within the garnet family.

Because these are natural gemstones, colour and individual characteristics vary from stone to stone, so your Mahtava Ring will have its own personality.

Is Rhodolite Garnet pink?

It certainly can be. Rhodolite is particularly known for its pinkish-red to purplish-red colour, often with raspberry and rose-like tones.

This batch has an especially noticeable pink glow, particularly when light passes through the gemstone.

Is Rhodolite Garnet the same as ordinary red garnet?

Rhodolite belongs to the garnet family but is particularly prized for its distinctive pink-red, raspberry and purple-red colouring. It can look considerably brighter and pinker than the classic deep red garnet commonly seen in jewellery.

Is Rhodolite Garnet the January birthstone?

Yes. Rhodolite belongs to the garnet family, and garnet is the traditional birthstone for January.

It's a beautiful option for someone who wants a January birthstone but is more drawn to pink, raspberry or berry-coloured gemstones.

What does Rhodolite Garnet symbolise?

Garnet has traditionally been associated with love, passion, strength, vitality and protection. Rhodolite's beautiful pink tones are also sometimes associated with love, warmth and compassion.

We think the meaning of any gemstone ultimately belongs to the person wearing it.

Will my Rhodolite Garnet look exactly like the photographs?

Natural gemstones are individual, so some variation should be expected. Your Rhodolite Garnet may be slightly deeper, pinker, redder or more raspberry-toned than another.

Its appearance will also change depending on the light, which is part of what makes this gemstone so interesting to wear.

What is the difference between Rhodolite Garnet and Ruby?

They're different gemstones. Rhodolite is part of the garnet family, while ruby is the red variety of corundum.

Rhodolite is particularly known for its distinctive pink-red, raspberry and purplish-red colouring.

How do I care for a Rhodolite Garnet ring?

Avoid harsh chemicals and situations where the gemstone could be knocked. Remove your ring before swimming, cleaning, gardening or exercising.

Use a Desiderate Sparkle Cloth gently on the sterling silver. For occasional deeper cleaning, mild soapy water and a soft cloth or brush can be used carefully.