3.11 ct. Malagasy Garnet
Color: Dark Slightly Orangish-Red
Clarity: Eye Clean
Origin: Madagascar
Cut: Rectangular Step
Treatments: None
Measurements: 9.3 x 7.4 mm
A fiery gem that is most likely a mix between the Grossular and Spessartine members of the Garnet family; these can be advanced separations and it isn’t always completely possible without having a lab take a look. The stone combines wonderfully the qualities of these two species; if Hessonite it is the reddest one we have ever seen and, if Spessartite, it is the closest to having the diffuse clarity of Hessonite that we have ever seen. Either way, a lovely stone and quite interesting.