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Grossular GarnetVSTsavorite Garnet
Side-by-side comparison of physical properties, fluorescence, and crystal system — to identify by observation.
Physical propertiesPROPERTIES
| Property | A: Grossular Garnet | B: Tsavorite Garnet | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Refractive index (RI) | 1.734–1.759 | 1.740–1.760 | Overlap |
| Specific gravity (SG) | 3.57–3.73 | 3.57–3.73 | Nearly equal |
| Mohs hardness | 6.5–7.5 | 7.0–7.5 | Overlap |
| Birefringence | — | — | — |
| Dispersion | — | — | — |
Optics & fluorescenceOPTICS & UV
| Property | A: Grossular Garnet | B: Tsavorite Garnet |
|---|---|---|
| Crystal system | 等軸晶系 | 等軸晶系 |
| Pleochroism | — | — |
| Chelsea filter | — | inert |
| UV (long-wave) | — | inert |
| UV (short-wave) | inert | weak (yellow) |
ObservationOBSERVATION
◆Tsavorite is the saturated green chromium-vanadium variety of the same species; grossular is the paler, mint-to-yellow-green material with lower color saturation.
Color categoriesCATEGORIES
A: Grossular Garnet
Green / Yellow / orange
B: Tsavorite Garnet
Green
DISTINGUISHING TOOLS · 2 ITEMS
Distinguishing tools
Tools that decide between Grossular Garnet and Tsavorite Garnet in practice.
Note: this page is auto-generated from published GIA / CGL reference values. Individual stones, treatments, and synthetics may fall outside these ranges. For a definitive identification, consult an accredited gem laboratory.