Demantoid Garnet – Natural, Faceted, Green, 1.1 ct
Named after diamonds because of their exceptional brilliance and dispersion, demantoid garnets rank among the rarest gems in the world and can command prices far higher than most diamonds. 1.1-ct demantoid, Russia. Photo © Joel E. Arem, PhD, FGA. Used with permission.
Article: A Guide to Gem Classification
Credit: Joel E. Arem, PhD, FGA
Gemstone | Garnet, Andradite, Demantoid Garnet |
Natural or man made | Natural |
Origin | Russia |
Carat Weight | 1.1 |
Gem State | Faceted |
Color | Green |
Transparency | Transparent |