Tsavorite
Tsavorite – natural stone
Tsavorite is a mineral belonging to the group of silicates and is a variety of garnet. Its name comes from Tsavo National Park in Kenya, where it was discovered. Sometimes it is also known as Kenyan emerald. Apart from Kenya, tsavorite deposits can also be found in Tanzania, Brazil, India, Antarctica, Pakistan, and Madagascar. Chemically, it is a calcium-aluminum garnet. Its hardness on the Mohs scale is 6.5-7.5, and its density is 3.60–3.68 g/cm³. Tsavorite stones often contain impurities of other minerals such as apatite, graphite, and iron oxides. Characteristic features of tsavorite include a very high refractive index and twice the dispersion of emerald, resulting in better brilliance.
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Tsavorite – color
Natural tsavorite is most commonly found in a beautiful, emerald green color. However, specimens may also occur in other shades of green or with a mixture of yellow or gray. Chromium, vanadium (the more of this element, the darker the green shade), iron, titanium, magnesium, manganese, and nickel are responsible for the attractive green color of tsavorite. Due to its exceptional appearance, tsavorite is one of the most valuable and sought-after garnets. Because of its color, tsavorite is sometimes mistaken for emerald, green tourmaline, or chrysoprase.
Tsavorite – application
In ancient times, tsavorite was used, among other things, in amulets or talismans. The use of tsavorite stones in jewelry was popularized by the well-known company Tiffany & Co. It was through the efforts of this company that tsavorite became popular in the USA and then worldwide. To showcase the most beautiful effect on the stone’s surface, tsavorites are often given a faceted cut. Tsavorite looks very good in jewelry when combined with other gemstones such as sapphires, diamonds, emeralds, or rubies. Considering its rare occurrence, it is also a sought-after collector’s stone. In our store, you will find faceted tsavorites in various shapes.
