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Garnet
Garnets are a set of closely related minerals forming a group, with gemstones in almost every color.
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Demantoid Garnet with Giant Fluid Inclusion
A large fluid inclusion within a demantoid garnet from Madagascar provides insight into the source’s mineralization.
Red Heart Inclusion in Diamond
Under magnification, a round brilliant diamond features a pyrope garnet inclusion in an aesthetically pleasing shape.
Vanadium and Chromium-Bearing “Color-Change” Pyrope Garnet
Profiles interesting and attractive garnet, believed to have been mined in Tanzania, that shows a noticeable color difference under incandescent and daylight-equivalent light.
Green Nephrite Jade Attracts Buyers in Tucson
An update on the nephrite jade market from the 2015 GJX show.
Large Namibian Demantoid Garnet
The Green Dragon mine yields exceptional demantoid, including a round brilliant seen at Tucson’s GJX show.
Ginger Garnet, “Fancy” Tanzanite
Garnets and a wide variety of tanzanite at the Tucson gem shows.
Tsavorite Garnet and Mahenge Red Spinel
A discussion of the current demand for tsavorite and spinel in today’s market.
Fine Corundum, Demantoid Garnet
Insight into the markets for ruby, sapphire, emerald, and other colored gems.
Fine Tsavorite and Spinel
Exceptional stones are recirculated and new production is showcased at the AGTA show in Tucson.
First Discovery of Topazolite in Mexico
Reports on the first discovery of fine topazolite garnet crystals in Mexico.
Demantoid Garnet Fossil Pseudomorphs
In these two extremely rare specimens, demantoid garnet replaced coral and gastropod fossils.
Summer 2012 Gem News International
A compilation of gem news from around the world, covering topics such as localities, unusual gem materials, market news, new products, discoveries, jewelry manufacturing techniques, and industry trends.
