Garnet · Grossular Garnet

Hessonite

Hessonite is the cinnamon-orange grossular garnet, instantly recognised under the loupe by its granular, heat-wave internal texture. Abundant and affordable, it is the classic orange garnet of antique jewellery.

Colour
brown

Transparency
Transparent

RI
1.730–1.760

SG
3.57–3.73

Mohs
6.5–7.5

Birthstone
January

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