Red Hydrogrossular Garnet--"Transvaal Jade"
Red Hydrogrossular Garnet--"Transvaal Jade"
South Africa
This rare form of garnet is often confused with jade when seen only in its green form—hence it has been frequently called "Transvaal Jade", due to its origin in South Africa. Very rarely does one see the red variety of this mineral. The present stone is a charming gem of heart-shaped outline, semi-translucent with a subtle, slightly orangy-red hue. Weighing approximately 7.94 carats and measuring 12.5 x 11.5 x 5.5mm
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Red Hydrogrossular Garnet--"Transvaal Jade"
South Africa
This rare form of garnet is often confused with jade when seen only in its green form—hence it has been frequently called "Transvaal Jade", due to its origin in South Africa. Very rarely does one see the red variety of this mineral. The present stone is a charming gem of heart-shaped outline, semi-translucent with a subtle, slightly orangy-red hue. Weighing approximately 7.94 carats and measuring 12.5 x 11.5 x 5.5mm