mineral
Tsavorite Garnet
Grossular Garnet, Ca3Al2(SiO4)3
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6.5-7.5 on the Mohs scale, vibrant green color due to vanadium and chromium, vitreous luster, isometric crystal system with no true cleavage.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6.5-7.5 on the Mohs scale, vibrant green color due to vanadium and chromium, vitreous luster, isometric crystal system with no true cleavage.
Formation & geological history
Formed in metamorphic environments, specifically through the metasomatism of Precambrian rocks, dating back hundreds of millions of years.
Uses & applications
Prized globally as a rare and valuable gemstone for high-end jewelry and collector specimens.
Geological facts
First discovered in Tanzania in 1967 by British geologist Campbell Bridges, tsavorite is significantly rarer than emerald.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its intense green color, crystal habit, and high refractive index; commonly sourced in East Africa, particularly Kenya and Tanzania.
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