Tsavorite Garnet
Tsavorite garnet is a rare, naturally green variety of garnet, admired for its vivid colour, excellent brilliance, and beautiful sparkle. It is one of the most attractive alternatives to emerald, especially for people who prefer a bright green gemstone with a lively appearance.
What makes Tsavorite special?
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Natural green colour: Its colour ranges from fresh grass green to intense emerald green, caused mainly by traces of vanadium and sometimes chromium.
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Excellent brilliance: Tsavorite can reflect light beautifully, giving it a lively sparkle when properly cut.
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Good durability: With a Mohs hardness of approximately 6.5–7, it can be used in jewellery, although care is needed to avoid hard impacts.
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Rare gemstone: Fine-quality tsavorite is relatively scarce, particularly stones with vivid green colour, good clarity, and larger carat weights.
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No routine heat treatment: Tsavorite is generally not routinely treated, making its natural colour especially appealing to gemstone collectors.