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Grossular Garnet
Grossular Garnet
Grossular Garnet
Grossular Garnet

Grossular Garnet

Grossular

A species of Garnet Group, Also known as Grossularite, Ernite, Kanelstein, Pechgranat, Telemarkit, Calcic Garnet, Colophonite

Grossular Garnet was named after the Greek word "grossularia" which means "gooseberry" and it refers to the green color this mineral is often found in, although it can be orange, black, brown, cream, or even colorless. Reddish-brown and pink specimens are most commonly used for faceted gems, known by the name "cinnamon stone."

Semi-precious gemstone

Hardness
Hardness:

6.5 - 7

Density
Density:

3.594 g/cm³

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General Info About Grossular Garnet

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Physical Properties of Grossular Garnet

Luster
Vitreous, Sub-vitreous
Diaphaneity
Transparent to translucent
Colors
Brown, orange, red, yellow, green, white, colorless
Magnetism
Non-magnetic
Tenacity
Brittle
Cleavage
None
Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal
Streak
White to pale Brownish white
Crystal System
Isometric
Hardness
6.5 - 7 , Hard
Density
3.594 g/cm³, Obviously Heavy Weight
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Chemical Properties of Grossular Garnet

Chemical Classification
Silicates
Formula
Ca3Al2(SiO4)3
Elements listed
Al, Ca, O, Si
Common Impurities
Fe, Cr

Optical Properties of Grossular Garnet

Refractive Index
1.730-1.760
Dispersion
0.02
Optical Character
Isotropic

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Rarity
Uncommon
Collection Recommendation
4.1 out of 5
Popularity
3.7
Aesthetic
4.1
Rarity
4
Sci-Cultural Value
4

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Rough/Tumbled Price

Fixed Price
$0.2 - $4 g

Gemstone Price

Price
$10 ~ $200 /ct

How to Care for Grossular Garnet?

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Durability
Durable
Scratch resistance
Good

Toughness of Grossular Garnet

Poor
Fair
Good
Excellent
Grossular Garnet has good toughness, making it suitable for daily use. Its lack of cleavage and strong internal structure contribute to its durability against chipping or cracking.

Stability of Grossular Garnet

Sensitive
Stable
Grossular Garnet is stable for daily use as it resists water, sunlight, and dry conditions well. It cleans easily but should avoid high heat and harsh chemicals to maintain its integrity.
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Characteristics of Grossular Garnet

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Uses of Grossular Garnet

Vermont has grossular garnet as its state gemstone.

The Meaning of Grossular Garnet

Grossular Garnet is the state gemstone of Vermont (USA).

Distribution of Grossular Garnet

Grossular is known by many other names, and also some misnomers; colophonite – coarse granules of garnet, ernite, gooseberry-garnet – light green colored and translucent, olyntholite/olytholite, romanzovite, and tellemarkite. Misnomers include South African jade, garnet jade, Transvaal jade, and African jade.

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