Hessonite – Natural, Faceted, Orange, 4.20 ct
This is much nicer in person than most hessonites. The honey-like crystal structure doesn't show much at normal viewing distances, so this one isn't as sleepy looking as most hessonite garnets. It also has only a tiny hint of the brownish tint that these are known for and is far better than most in that regard. Color: Reddish Orange, Treatment: None, Cut: Fancy Antique Square Cushion, Weight: 4.20, Dimensions: 9.19. (Information supplied by photo contributor.) © Daniel Stair, CustomGemstones.com
Credit: Daniel Stair, CustomGemstones.com 2014
| Gemstone | Garnet, Grossular Garnet, Hessonite |
| Natural or man made | Natural |
| Origin | Tanzania |
| Origin details | Likely Tanzania |
| Carat Weight | 4.20 |
| Gem State | Faceted |
| Faceter | Daniel Stair |
| Color | Orange |
| Transparency | Transparent |