1.05 Ct. Tsavorite Garnet from Tanzania

One beautiful transparent 1.05 carat cushion shape green tsavorite garnet from Tanzania, with dimensions of 6.01 x 5.36 x 3.13 mm, offers an immediate combination of presence and elegance that is rare at this size. The faceted cutting style, executed as a mixed brilliant cut, balances large, lively crown facets with a well proportioned pavilion to maximize fire and scintillation. Clarity is very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, which translates to an eye clean appearance that allows the gem to read as pure and luminous in a jewelry setting. The medium color intensity produces a vivid, fresh green that is lively without appearing overly dark, and the excellent polish delivers strong light return and crisp facet definition. Importantly for discerning buyers and custom jewelers, this tsavorite is completely natural with no enhancement, a quality that sets it apart from many green gems on the market. At The Natural Gemstone Company we emphasize provenance and integrity, and this stone carries the desirable story of Tanzanian origin along with the visual attributes that make it a superior choice for bespoke pieces.

When comparing this tsavorite to alternative green gemstones, the advantages become clear. Compared with emeralds, which are often oiled or fracture filled to improve appearance, this tsavorite requires no treatment to achieve its lively tone, meaning what you see is what you get and the long term stability of color and clarity is stronger. Peridot and green tourmaline can offer nice color, but they typically lack the combination of brilliance and depth of hue found in this mixed brilliant cut tsavorite. Chrome diopside and certain green sapphires may reach similar colors, but chrome diopside is softer and less durable for everyday wear, while green sapphire often displays less lively fire and can come at a higher price for comparable hue and clarity. Value conscious buyers will appreciate that a natural, eye clean, untreated tsavorite at 1.05 carats delivers exceptional color and sparkle for the price, making it a smarter investment for custom jewelry that needs to perform visually and practically. The stone sits in a sweet spot where rarity, clarity, and color intensity align to offer a premium look without the premiums associated with treated emeralds or higher hardness stones that lack tsavorite character.

The cushion shape and precise dimensions of 6.01 x 5.36 x 3.13 mm are ideal for a wide range of custom settings, and they make the gem particularly easy for bench jewelers to design around. Cushion cuts bring a pleasing balance between the geometric presence of a square and the softness of a rounded silhouette, which allows designers to marry vintage charm and modern minimalism in a single commission. The mixed brilliant cut enhances that versatility by providing both broad flashes of light across the crown for face up brightness, and smaller scintillating facets that animate the gem when it moves, making it a showpiece in solitaire rings, halo settings, three stone compositions, and drop pendants. The depth at 3.13 mm offers enough pavilion to secure the stone well in prong settings while still being comfortable in bezels, and the near six by five millimeter face up area reads larger than the weight suggests when set in a way that emphasizes spread. Custom jewelers will find that this tsavorite adapts beautifully to contrast with warm yellow metals to intensify its green, or to bright white metals with diamond accents to enhance dispersion and perceived clarity. For clients seeking striking studs or delicate halo pendants, this 1.05 carat cushion is a versatile choice that maintains presence without overwhelming a design.

Choosing The Natural Gemstone Company for a stone of this quality gives you not only a beautiful tsavorite, but also the certainty of ethical sourcing, accurate description, and professional consultation to make the best custom piece possible. We source our tsavorites from Tanzania, and we present them untreated and ready for setting, a service level that compares favorably to many suppliers who list enhanced or uncertain origin material. For custom projects our team can advise on mounting style, prong count, bezel profile, and ideal accent stone sizes to ensure the stone sits securely and sparkles at its best, and we can provide images on hand to help visualize scale for rings, pendants, and earrings. When measured against other market options, this cushion shaped tsavorite combines face up appeal, eye clean clarity, and untreated provenance to deliver superior value and uniqueness. If you are planning a custom engagement ring, an heirloom pendant, or a signature pair of earrings, this tsavorite from The Natural Gemstone Company represents a balanced and intelligent choice that will result in a stunning, wearable piece that stands out for both beauty and integrity.