gem GARNET var. GROSSULAR var. TSAVORITE


Specimen: #14068
Locality: Merelani Hills (Mererani), Lelatema Mts, Arusha Region, Tanzania
Size: 8mm x 7mm x 5mm
Size description: Thumbnail
Shipping: USA 8.60, Canada 11.80, Worldwide 12.80, China via UPS 29.00 (USD)
Status: SOLD

Superb small crystal of gem Grossular Garnet var. Tsavorite. The Tsavorite is very rare, green, chromium or vanadium variety of Grossular. The crystal is 8mm, very vitreous, clear, transparent and gem quality with strong luster, and pleasing green color. Rhombohedral crystal habit with rhomboid shaped faces. The clarity of the crystal is amazing. Some minor Graphite is seen on the back side. In very good condition – some micro nicks and back side contact. On acrylic base.
Gorgeous green “diamond like" Tsavorite!



gem GARNET var. GROSSULAR var. TSAVORITE

gem GARNET var. GROSSULAR var. TSAVORITE

gem GARNET var. GROSSULAR var. TSAVORITE

gem GARNET var. GROSSULAR var. TSAVORITE