Unlike other Morganite on the market today, our collection is the most finest that we have seen in our world travels. Many of the Morganite here were cut by master gem cutter, Steve Moriarty, making them more sought after.
Why choose Morganite? Morganite is a beautiful pink to peach-colored variety of the beryl family, closely related to emerald and aquamarine. Valued for its soft, romantic hues, morganite gets its delicate color from traces of manganese and is often heat-treated to enhance its pink tones. With a Mohs hardness of 7.5 to 8, it is a durable gemstone suitable for everyday jewelry. Found primarily in Brazil, Madagascar, and Afghanistan, morganite has gained popularity in engagement rings due to its elegance and affordability compared to pink diamonds. Its exceptional clarity and gentle glow make it a favorite among gemstone collectors and jewelry lovers alike.
Morganite is the epitome of refined elegance and understated luxury—perfect for discerning clients seeking something timeless yet unique. Its delicate palette, from blush pink to soft peach and subtle salmon tones, evokes sophistication and whispers rather than shouts. Named in honor of financier J.P. Morgan and admired for its clean, clear brilliance, morganite delivers the prestige of the beryl family with a more accessible exclusivity than emeralds or pink sapphires. Its generous hardness (7.5–8 on the Mohs scale) ensures beauty and resilience in heirloom-quality settings, while its large, eye-clean crystals allow for striking statement pieces—think cocktail rings and bold pendants that command attention without overpowering the wearer. For clients choosing elegance rooted in substance and subtlety, morganite offers a poetic, high-value alternative that resonates with modern sophistication.
Mineral Family / Formula: Beryl – beryllium aluminum cyclosilicate, Be₃Al₂Si₆O₁₈
Hardness: 7.5–8 on the Mohs scale—suitable for everyday jewelry, though care is advised
Refractive Index: 1.583–1.590; birefringence 0.007–0.008—delivers elegant shimmer and brilliance
Specific Gravity: ~2.71–2.91—relatively light, comfortable for extended wear
Crystal System & Luster: Hexagonal prismatic crystals with a vitreous (glass-like) luster
Color Range: Pale pink to peach, salmon, and violet-pink; deeper shades appear mostly in large stones
Clarity: Often eye-clean with high transparency—rarely included
Pleochroism: Shows subtle color shifts between pink and bluish-pink depending on angle
Sources: Brazil (Minas Gerais), Madagascar, Afghanistan, Mozambique, Namibia, USA (California, Maine), Russia, China, Zimbabwe
Treatments: Typically heat-treated (around 400 °C) to remove yellow or brown tones; most quality stones are natural and untreated
Common Cuts: Oval, cushion, emerald, pear, and trillions; cabochons occasionally for rare cat’s-eye specimens
