Natural Spessartite Garnet — 3.51 ct, Nigeria, Pear Step Cut
Natural Spessartite Garnet — 3.51 ct, Nigeria, Pear Step Cut
Natural spessartite garnet from Nigeria. The stone displays an orange body color typical of manganese-rich garnet from West African deposits. Cut in a pear step style. No treatment reported. Spessartite forms in granitic pegmatites and metamorphic environments and has a hardness of 7–7.5 on the Mohs scale with no cleavage. Nigerian material is known for producing transparent orange stones suitable for faceting.
Origin: Nigeria
Weight: 3.51 carats!
Size: 10 x 8 x 5.2 mm deep
Clarity: IF to VVS Top clean gemstone!
Cut: Stepped pear shape
Color: Rich orange with bright orange fire!
Treatment: None guaranteed 100% natural!
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Gemstone Details
About Spessartite Garnet
Spessartite is a manganese-aluminum silicate member of the garnet group.
Specifications & Notes
Origin: Nigeria
Carat Weight: 3.51 ct
Dimensions: 10 × 8 × 5.2 mm
Clarity: IF–VVS
Cut: Pear Step Cut
Color: Orange
Treatment: None – natural color
Gemologist Notes:
Natural spessartite garnet from Nigeria. The stone displays an orange body color typical of manganese-rich garnet from West African deposits. Cut in a pear step style. No treatment reported. Spessartite forms in granitic pegmatites and metamorphic environments and has a hardness of 7–7.5 on the Mohs scale with no cleavage. Nigerian material is known for producing transparent orange stones suitable for faceting.
Each gemstone is individually photographed and described.
You will receive the exact stone shown.
Shipping, Care & Authenticity
• Ships securely packaged and fully insured.
• Natural gemstone – no dyes or coatings unless stated.
• Avoid harsh chemicals and ultrasonic cleaners.
• Colors may vary slightly due to lighting and screen settings.