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30.75 carat natural Heart shape Rhodolite Garnet from Africa
- SKU
- Dimensions (mm)
- 5.000 x 5.000 x 2.300mm
- Weight (cts)
- 30.750
- Treatment
- No Treatment
- Shape
- Heart
- Type
- Faceted
- Colours
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Rhodolite Garnet is a beautiful and popular gemstone variety of the garnet family. It is a mix of pyrope and almandine garnet, known for its vivid colors and exceptional brilliance. The name “rhodolite” comes from the Greek word rhodon, meaning “rose,” reflecting its rosy-red to purplish hues.
Key Characteristics:
1. Color:
• Typically ranges from raspberry red to pinkish-purple to rose-red.
• Its color is lighter and softer than the deep reds of traditional garnets, making it distinctive.
2. Clarity:
• High-quality rhodolites are usually eye-clean, meaning they have no visible inclusions.
3. Luster:
• Exhibits a vitreous (glassy) luster, adding to its appeal as a gemstone.
4. Hardness:
• With a Mohs hardness of 7–7.5, it is durable and suitable for everyday wear.
5. Refractive Index:
• Rhodolite has a refractive index between 1.760–1.820, contributing to its brilliance and sparkle.
6. Crystal System:
• Belongs to the cubic crystal system, typically
- SKU
- Dimensions (mm)
- 5.000 x 5.000 x 2.300 mm
- Weight (cts)
- 30.750
- Treatment
- No Treatment
- Shape
- Heart
- Type
- Faceted
- Colours
-
Rhodolite Garnet is a beautiful and popular gemstone variety of the garnet family. It is a mix of pyrope and almandine garnet, known for its vivid colors and exceptional brilliance. The name “rhodolite” comes from the Greek word rhodon, meaning “rose,” reflecting its rosy-red to purplish hues.
Key Characteristics:
1. Color:
• Typically ranges from raspberry red to pinkish-purple to rose-red.
• Its color is lighter and softer than the deep reds of traditional garnets, making it distinctive.
2. Clarity:
• High-quality rhodolites are usually eye-clean, meaning they have no visible inclusions.
3. Luster:
• Exhibits a vitreous (glassy) luster, adding to its appeal as a gemstone.
4. Hardness:
• With a Mohs hardness of 7–7.5, it is durable and suitable for everyday wear.
5. Refractive Index:
• Rhodolite has a refractive index between 1.760–1.820, contributing to its brilliance and sparkle.
6. Crystal System:
• Belongs to the cubic crystal system, typically
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PositiveInteresting look when put under gem torch
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Positive
.10ct lighter than advertised but 5.00ct is still totally fine
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Positive
Perfect gem, great quality. Highly recommend
