0.38 Ct.Tw.Total Carat Weight Tsavorite Garnet Pair from Tanzania

This matched pair of tsavorite garnets offered by The Natural Gemstone Company presents as exemplary natural material, precision matched for use as a paired set, and prepared to integrate directly into fine jewelry, especially ear studs or matching accent stones. Each stone weighs 0.19 carats, with nominal diameters of 3.57 millimeters and 3.54 millimeters, and depths of 2.12 millimeters and 2.11 millimeters. The stones are fashioned as round shape, mixed brilliant cut, illustrating the cutter intent to balance weight retention with optical performance. Clarity is graded as eye clean at typical viewing distance, indicating the absence of inclusions visible without magnification, and the polish is described as excellent, which contributes to superior light return and crisp facet reflections. Color intensity is vivid, reflecting saturated green tones associated with high quality tsavorite, and the material is fully natural with no enhancements. The stated origin is Tanzania, providing geological context and provenance for collectors and designers that prefer East African tsavorite characteristics.

From a faceting perspective, the mixed brilliant format employed on these rounds combines a faceted crown organization that prioritizes small star facets and well proportioned bezel facets, with a pavilion arrangement optimized to return light rather than simply maximize spread. The measured depths translate to an effective depth to diameter relationship of approximately 59.5 percent on average, a proportion that falls within the range that gem cutters typically target to achieve strong light return with lively scintillation in small round gemstones. The matching symmetry between the two stones is notable, with only 0.03 millimeters variation in diameter and 0.01 millimeters variation in depth, a level of consistency that supports paired visual uniformity when set side by side. Excellent polish enhances the sharpness of facet junctions and minimizes surface scattering, which is crucial in small stones where surface condition has a proportionally larger effect on perceived brightness. The mixed brilliant approach here preserves a bright table face and controlled pavilion angles to produce return of saturated body color without sacrificing sparkle.

Color evaluation of these tsavorites emphasizes vivid green saturation with balanced tone and even distribution across both stones, qualities that are central to value determination in green grossular garnet. The green hue in tsavorite is derived from trace chromium and vanadium in the grossular lattice, and in these specimens the chromophore balance yields a pure and lively green, free from significant brown or yellow modifiers. The vivid intensity grade signals strong saturation and a medium to slightly deeper tone that reads well under standard daylight and jewelry lighting, providing a versatile appearance for both daytime and evening wear. The eye clean clarity grade supports unfettered transmission of light and color, as internal features that commonly occur in garnets are either microscopic or positioned so they do not disrupt the overall transparency. Absence of enhancement is confirmed for this pair, which is important to the technical buyer, because untreated tsavorite with vivid natural color and high clarity typically commands a premium relative to treated material. The Tanzanian origin further informs the connoisseur on expected crystal habit and trace element profile, and complements the visual assessment carried out by our gemological team.

For practical application and market considerations, these two stones offer an attractive proposition to jewelry manufacturers, independent designers, and collectors who require matched components with predictable optical behavior. The precise matching in weight and dimensions facilitates bezel or prong mounting with minimal adjustment, and the modest size makes them ideal as primary stones in delicate studs or as matched accents in three stone rings. The cutter decision to use a mixed brilliant outline is evident in the way the stones balance bright table brightness, lively facet to facet contrast, and focused green body color, qualities that translate to immediate visual appeal when set under typical jewelry orientation. In terms of resale and investment considerations, pristine condition combined with natural, untreated origin and vivid color intensity increases demand and liquidity in the market. At The Natural Gemstone Company we document origin and treatment status, and we apply consistent grading standards so that professionals can assess the stones against technical benchmarks with confidence. For custom projects we can advise on optimal mounting approaches, metal selections, and design orientations to preserve the stones optical behavior, and we welcome inquiries concerning matching services, custom cutting options, or additional gemological reports.