Tsavorite – Overview
Intro
Tsavorite is a vibrant green grossular garnet prized for lively colour, brightness, and generally untreated presentation.
Overview
This starter entry positions tsavorite as a high-impact green gem that rewards education around colour, rarity, and durability in custom jewellery.
About
This starter entry positions tsavorite as a high-impact green gem that rewards education around colour, rarity, and durability in custom jewellery. Tsavorite is presented here as a structured gemstone record ready for linked buyer guides, research posts, and media galleries.
Key Properties
| Mineral / material | Garnet |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | Ca3Al2(SiO4)3 |
| Crystal system | Cubic |
| Colour | Bright green to vivid emerald-like green |
| Refractive index | 1.74 |
| Birefringence | 0 |
| Specific gravity | 3.57 – 3.73 |
| Mohs hardness | 7 – 7.5 |
| Luster | Vitreous |
| Transparency | Transparent to translucent |
| Toughness | Good |