Tsavorite

Tsavorite is a green variety of grossular, a member of the Garnet family. Its color is produced primarily by trace amounts of vanadium and, in some cases, chromium. The result is a saturated green that ranges from bright grassy tones to deeper forest hues.

First identified in East Africa in the 20th century, tsavorite is most commonly associated with deposits in Kenya and Tanzania. Unlike many green gemstones, tsavorite is typically untreated. Individual listings disclose treatment status clearly.

With a hardness of 7–7.5 on the Mohs scale and no cleavage, tsavorite is durable for jewelry use when properly set. Its refractive index contributes to strong brilliance, particularly in well-proportioned cuts.

This collection includes natural faceted tsavorite documented for weight, origin, clarity, and cut. Mineral identity remains primary. Color is described plainly. Claims are restrained.

Historically associated with vitality and renewal, tsavorite’s appeal ultimately rests on measurable chemistry: vanadium within a calcium-aluminum silicate lattice, shaped by geological pressure and time.