The Byzantine Ring | Tsavorite [OOAK]

Set in rich 18k yellow gold, this ring showcases a remarkable vivid green Kenyan tsavorite center stone, precision-cut into an oval design aimed to maximize brilliance and light return. The tsavorite is loupe clean, and displays a highly saturated, yet open forest green color. Four pear-shaped diamonds are prong-set at the cardinal points, with round diamonds accenting the inter-cardinal positions, creating a perfectly balanced, star-like composition. 

Beneath the center stone, a hidden diamond halo adds an extra layer of sparkle, catching light subtly with each movement. Inspired by Byzantine symmetry and architectural balance, this design feels both timeless and strikingly modern. The warm satin finish of the gold enhances the tsavorite’s lush green hue and highlights the crisp clarity of the diamonds. A true heirloom piece.

[NOTE: Due to limitations in digital screens and Shopify’s image processing, the vibrant forest-green color of this tsavorite may not display accurately online. In person, the stone shows a highly saturated yet open pine or Christmas green hue.]

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DETAILS:

Ring Size: 6.5 US 

**Ring size may be adjusted up or down by 2 sizes and can take up to 6 weeks to complete. If you require sizing you please note your desired size in the "comment section" available at checkout.**

• 1.59ct Tsavorite Garnet (Tanzanian)
• Loupe clean/flawless
• 0.34tcw natural diamonds, F/VS
• 1.95mm Ring Shank
  
• 18k Yellow Gold
  
• Ethically sourced metals and stones

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STONE ORIGIN AND HISTORY:

TANZANIA & KENYA (Tsavorite)
Tsavorite garnet is one of the world’s most coveted green gemstones, prized for its vivid, pure green hues that range from fresh grass green to deep pine forest tones. This rare and vibrant garnet was first discovered in 1967 near the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro and named after the nearby Tsavo National Park in Kenya.

Found in both Tanzania and Kenya, Tsavorite occurs in small, high-quality deposits within metamorphic rock formations. These deposits are limited and highly selective, making fine tsavorites exceptionally scarce. The combination of rarity, remarkable brilliance, and eye-clean clarity means tsavorite garnets often rival emeralds in desirability—offering greater durability and usually fewer inclusions.

Because the supply is relatively small and the gem’s beauty undeniable, demand significantly outpaces availability. This scarcity, paired with global interest, has driven tsavorite garnet to become a prized gem in collections and fine jewelry worldwide.

We are proud to offer carefully sourced tsavorites that capture the vibrant green essence of East Africa—exceptional stones that represent both natural rarity and timeless elegance.

FACETING DESIGN: Lumina