1.66 Ct. Tsavorite Garnet from Tanzania

This 1.66 carat cushion shaped green tsavorite garnet from Tanzania, presented by The Natural Gemstone Company, offers an immediate visual presence, with dimensions of 7.37 x 6.17 x 4.66 mm, a faceted mixed brilliant cut, vivid color intensity, slightly included clarity at eye level, and an excellent polish, and no enhancement. Its cushion outline and mixed brilliant faceting maximize fire and brilliance, allowing the transparent body to flash lively green tones across the table and facets. Compared to many Kenyan tsavorites, which can trend slightly lighter or lean toward a crisp grass green, this Tanzanian stone leans toward a richer, more saturated mid to deep vivid green that retains strong brilliance. The slight inclusions are typical for natural tsavorite and serve to confirm its natural origin while still allowing exceptional transparency and sparkle that outperform many greener gems on first visual inspection.

When placed beside classic emeralds from Colombia or Zambia, this tsavorite shows clear differences in hue and tone, and in practical value. Colombian emeralds often display a deep bluish green with an oily depth that many collectors prize, and they frequently receive oils or resins to improve surface appearance. Zambian emeralds can be cooler and more bluish, while Brazilian examples vary widely. The Tanzanian tsavorite here, by contrast, presents a cleaner, more vivid pure green with higher brilliance and without any enhancement, offering greater immediate eye appeal in a smaller carat weight. Compared to demantoid garnet from Russia, which often carries a lively but yellowish green, and to peridot and chrome diopside which tend toward olive or forest tones and lower durability, this tsavorite combines a purer green tone with superior sparkle and better wearability. Against chrome tourmaline and other green gems, the tsavorite’s refractive properties produce a lively, gemmy brightness rather than the muted depth typical of many green stones.

For buyers seeking an unenhanced, vivid green gem with excellent polish and a balance of brilliance and durability, this Tanzanian cushion tsavorite is a compelling choice and represents the type of natural beauty we specialize in at The Natural Gemstone Company. Its combination of size, cut, and vivid color makes it ideal for a striking ring or pendant that will perform well in everyday wear, and its natural, untreated status offers a transparent provenance and lasting value when compared to many treated emeralds or softer green stones. If you want a green gemstone that reads as pure, lively, and responsibly sourced, this tsavorite stands out as a superior option.