1.52 Ct. Tsavorite Garnet from East Africa

This transparent 1.52 carat oval green tsavorite garnet from East Africa is a standout example of natural beauty and precision cutting, offered by The Natural Gemstone Company. The gem measures 8.22 x 6.45 x 3.32 mm, and it has been fashioned in a mixed brilliant cut that maximizes scintillation and light return while preserving the rich, vivid green that defines high quality tsavorite. Evaluated at eye level, the clarity grade is very very slightly included, which means the stone appears essentially eye clean and free of distracting features. The polish is excellent, which enhances surface brilliance and yields crisp facet junctions that catch light in a lively manner. This gem has no enhancement, so the color, clarity, and saturation you see are entirely natural, a factor that adds to both aesthetic purity and long term value.

When comparing this tsavorite to other green gemstones on the market, several advantages become clear. Compared to emeralds, tsavorite often displays a purer, more vivid green without the common oiling or filling that many emeralds require to improve clarity, so the visual appeal is immediate and honest. Against peridot, which tends to show a more yellowish green and a softer overall hue, tsavorite offers a deeper, more jewel like green that reads as luxurious in jewelry settings. Versus green tourmaline, tsavorite frequently has a more vibrant saturation and a brighter presence at equivalent sizes, especially when cut in a mixed brilliant style that trades off broad flashes for a lively play of light. Green spinel and green sapphire are also high quality options, however green spinel in vivid saturation is far less common, and green sapphire often appears darker or less lively at similar weights. The combination of vivid color intensity, excellent polish, and eye level VVS clarity gives this tsavorite a unique market position, providing emerald like color without common treatments, and more sparkle than many darker green stones.

Durability is a practical and important consideration when choosing a gemstone for everyday wear, and tsavorite performs well on the Mohs hardness scale. Tsavorite garnet ranks at about 7 to 7.5 on the Mohs scale, which places it comfortably above gemstones such as peridot, which is around 6.5 to 7, and in a comparable range with many tourmalines. While emeralds are a beryl family gem that test around 7.5 to 8 on the Mohs scale, their numerous internal fissures and frequent enhancements can make them more vulnerable to chipping or breakage despite similar hardness numbers. Compared to sapphire and ruby, which score 9 on the Mohs scale, tsavorite is softer, however its toughness and lack of cleavage make it resilient in everyday jewelry when properly set and cared for. For daily wear in rings, pendants, and bracelets, this tsavorite balances robust wearability with a level of brilliance and color that many harder stones do not offer at comparable price points. Proper care involves avoiding hard knocks, routine cleaning with mild soapy water and a soft brush, and occasional professional inspection of the setting to ensure prongs remain secure, practices that will protect the stone and maintain its lively appearance.

Choosing this oval green tsavorite from The Natural Gemstone Company is a decision that emphasizes natural integrity, rarity, and long term satisfaction. The 1.52 carat weight and the well proportioned dimensions make this gem versatile for a fine ring center, an elegant pendant, or a striking pair with matching accents, while still presenting a meaningful presence on the finger or neckline. The lack of any enhancement preserves collector value and assures buyers that the vivid green comes directly from East African mines known for producing the finest tsavorites. When comparing value, this stone offers a superior combination of eye clean clarity, vivid saturation, and excellent cutting that often costs far more in priced emeralds or rare green spinels. For customers seeking a green gemstone that is both wearable and investment worthy, this tsavorite provides a unique balance of beauty, durability, and provenance. Our team at The Natural Gemstone Company is available to discuss mounting options, certification, and care recommendations, to help you make a confident and informed choice that will delight for years to come.