Garnet · Hydrogrossular Garnet

Hydrogrossular

Hydrogrossular is the massive green, pink or white hydrated garnet sold as 'Transvaal jade'. Tough, carvable and inexpensive, it makes honest bangles and beads if labelled correctly.

Colour
green

Transparency
Opaque

RI
1.670–1.730

SG
3.15–3.55

Mohs
6.5–7.0

Birthstone
January

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