Royal Antwerp Gem Natural Demantoid Garnet 0.54 Ct Certified Green Demantoid Garnet DESCRIPTION A beautiful Natural Demantoid Garnet displaying an attractive green color, excellent transparency and exceptional brilliance. Demantoid is one of the rarest and most desirable members of the garnet family. Famous for its extraordinary fire and dispersion, often exceeding that of diamond, demantoid has been highly prized by collectors and connoisseurs since the nineteenth century. Fine demantoids remain among the most sought-after collector garnets in the world. This gemstone has been fashioned in a classic round mixed cut, a shape specifically designed to maximize brilliance and showcase the remarkable optical properties for which demantoid garnet is renowned. This gemstone is accompanied by a gemological report issued by Gem Report Antwerp, one of the oldest gemological laboratories in Antwerp. Antwerp is internationally known as the historic capital of the diamond trade and remains one of the world’s leading centers for gemstone expertise, certification and trading. Certification issued in Antwerp is recognized and appreciated by gemstone collectors, dealers and jewelry enthusiasts worldwide. The report identifies the gemstone as Natural Garnet, Andradite-Demantoid. As stated in the laboratory report, demantoid garnets of this color may be heated to improve appearance, although there is currently no scientific testing method available to determine whether such treatment has been applied. Macro photography has been used to reveal every detail of the gemstone. As with all professional gemstone photography, inclusions and features may appear larger than visible to the naked eye. Please refer to the measurements for the actual size of the gemstone. SPECIFICATIONS -Gemstone: Natural Demantoid Garnet -Species: Andradite Garnet -Variety: Demantoid -Weight: 0.54 Ct -Color: Green -Transparency: Transparent -Shape and Cutting Style: Round Mixed Cut -Measurements: 4.99 - 5.06 x 3.07 mm -Certificate: Gem Report Antwerp -Certificate Number: 1830017778 AN SHIPPING Registered and insured shipping worldwide directly from Antwerp, Belgium. The gemstone will be carefully packed and shipped with tracking information. PACKAGING Packed securely and protected with bubble wrap and reinforced outer packaging. DEALER NOTE This gemstone has been certified in Antwerp and is shipped directly from Antwerp, Belgium, one of the world’s most important gemstone and diamond trading centers. NOTES Please review all photographs carefully before bidding. Buyers are responsible for any customs duties, import taxes, VAT or local charges applicable in their country.