0.53 Ct. Tsavorite Garnet from Kenya

One beautiful transparent 0.53 carat oval shape green tsavorite garnet is offered by The Natural Gemstone Company, a gem of compact yet confident presence that will appeal to a discerning buyer. This oval measures 6.02 by 4.49 by 3.82 mm, a proportion that balances spread and depth for strong face up appeal, while the 0.53 carat weight places it in a class that suits both elegant fine jewelry and refined everyday pieces. The mixed brilliant cut has been executed to enhance brilliance and return, allowing the vivid green color to sing across the facets. The clarity grade is very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, which means that under normal viewing conditions the inclusions are minor and do not detract from the gem’s overall visual impact. The polish is excellent, delivering crisp facet junctions and a clean surface that maximizes light performance. This tsavorite is untreated, with no enhancement, and it comes from Kenya, an origin well known among connoisseurs for producing the finest saturated green tsavorites.

Color is the most persuasive argument for tsavorite, and this 0.53 carat example displays vivid color intensity that reads as a pure, lively green with excellent saturation and medium to medium deep tone. The green in tsavorite derives from trace amounts of vanadium and chromium in the grossular garnet structure, and Kenyan material is prized for a particular balance of hue and saturation that many buyers prefer to other sources. Because tsavorite is naturally free of the common clarity enhancing treatments applied to many green stones, the absence of enhancement is an important quality factor, allowing the stone to retain a natural character and long term stability. Compared to emerald, tsavorite frequently offers cleaner crystal habit and greater durability for daily wear, while delivering equally compelling color in a smaller carat weight. For an educated buyer seeking investment grade attributes in a modestly scaled stone, the combination of vivid color, natural origin, and an untreated profile contributes directly to collectible value.

The mixed brilliant cut in this oval combines step style facets on the pavilion with a brilliant style crown, a choice that enhances both scintillation and color saturation, and yields a lively performance when set in a ring or pendant. With dimensions of 6.02 by 4.49 by 3.82 mm the gem exhibits a good table to depth ratio, which helps maintain a strong face up appearance for its 0.53 carat weight. Tsavorite is an isometric garnet and is singly refractive, which contributes to its vivid sparkle because light is efficiently returned from well proportioned facets. The clarity grade of very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, indicates that inclusions are present but minor, typically consisting of small crystals or faint feathering that do not interrupt the gem’s brilliance or appeal under normal viewing. The excellent polish confirms careful lapidary work, with smooth facet planes and sharp facet junctions that produce crisp reflections. In practical terms, the stone’s hardness around 7 to 7.5 on the Mohs scale affords reliable wearability for rings and everyday jewelry, while the robust polish and lack of treatments promote enduring beauty.

For an educated buyer considering this 0.53 carat Kenyan tsavorite, the attributes align with both aesthetic and technical expectations. The weight is meaningful, representing a premium quality small carat that retains strong presence, and it is an ideal size for a solitaire ring, accent set, or as a central gem in bespoke designs where color and brilliance are the priority. The natural, untreated origin enhances long term desirability and marketability, while the vivid color intensity and excellent polish give immediate visual impact. At The Natural Gemstone Company we present this gem with transparent grading information and measured dimensions to support confident purchasing decisions, and we recommend professional mounting by a skilled jeweler to take full advantage of the mixed brilliant cut and the stone’s optical properties. For collectors and jewelers who value provenance, durability, and uncompromised color, this 0.53 carat tsavorite is a refined and substantial choice that performs well both as an heirloom and as a statement of thoughtful taste.