2.01 Ct. Tsavorite Garnet from Madagascar

This specimen is a transparent green tsavorite garnet, weighing 2.01 carats, presented in a classic round shape with precise dimensions of 7.27 by 7.15 by 4.76 millimeters, and executed in a mixed brilliant cut. Clarity is graded as eye clean when evaluated at normal viewing distance, and the gem exhibits intense color saturation with an excellent polish. There is no enhancement, the material is natural, and the overall appearance is a vivid, evenly distributed emerald green that responds well to both natural and controlled lighting. The mixed brilliant cut combines pavilion facets optimized for return of light, with crown facets that emphasize color and table brilliance, resulting in a balance between sparkle and chroma. Photographic images accompanying this description show the actual stone, including top and profile views, and provide context for scale as shown on the hand reference photographs.

The mixed brilliant cut, as applied to this round tsavorite, was selected to maximize the gemological strengths of the material, namely its refractive properties and saturated color. The crown facet arrangement allows the table to display the core green saturation, while the pavilion facet pattern and girdle proportions promote scintillation, and the slightly shallow to medium depth preserves face up brightness. The 2.01 carat weight combined with the recorded dimensions yields a noticeable presence in jewellery, suitable for a solitaire ring or a focal pendant. Eye clean clarity at this carat weight is an important attribute, since tsavorites of similar weight more often display internal features that can impact transparency, therefore the absence of visible inclusions enhances light transmission and increases the perceived value of the stone.

The provenance of this tsavorite from Madagascar contributes directly to its desirability and market value. Madagascar is recognized for producing a wide range of high quality gemstones, and the island’s complex metamorphic geology provides conditions favorable to chromium and vanadium bearing garnet crystallization, elements that are responsible for the strong green hues associated with tsavorite. Origin information matters to collectors and connoisseurs because it offers insight into the geological environment, potential trace element profile, and typical crystal habit, all of which influence durability, cutting strategy, and long term color stability. In addition, Madagascar sourcing is associated in many cases with small scale, artisanal mining that can offer transparent chain of custody to conscientious buyers, a factor that increasingly informs purchasing decisions in the fine gem market.

The Natural Gemstone Company provides this gem with documentation of its measured weight, cut, dimensions, clarity assessment, color intensity, polish grade, lack of enhancement, and stated origin, enabling buyers to assess its suitability for bespoke settings and investment quality collections. For practical considerations, the stone’s intense color and excellent polish make it well suited to both platinum and yellow gold settings, with protective bezel or low profile claw options recommended for everyday wear given the garnet family hardness and toughness characteristics. Routine care involves avoiding prolonged exposure to strong chemical agents and ultrasonic cleaning only when no internal fractures are present, with professional setting and inspection advised prior to regular use. This 2.01 carat Madagascar tsavorite represents a combination of notable color, clean transparency, and considered cutting, attributes that underpin its appeal to designers, gemological enthusiasts, and collectors seeking a natural, unenhanced green garnet with well documented provenance.