description Mali Garnet Overview
Mali garnet is a natural garnet variety composed mainly of grossular and andradite components. Material from Mali became known in the gem trade during the 1990s and occurs in colors including yellow, greenish yellow, brownish green, and green. Its andradite content can give well-cut stones notable brilliance and spectral dispersion, while transparent specimens are faceted for use in jewelry and less transparent material may be cut as cabochons.
help Mali Garnet FAQ
What is Mali garnet made of?
Mali garnet is a natural garnet variety composed mainly of grossular and andradite. That mixed composition is the key mineralogical feature behind the trade name.
What colors can Mali garnet show?
Reported colors include yellow, greenish yellow, brownish green, and green. Individual stones can vary across this range rather than having one fixed shade.
When did Mali garnet become known in the gem trade?
Material from Mali became known in the gem trade during the 1990s. The name refers to natural material from Mali, not a synthetic product.
Why can Mali garnet show strong flashes of light?
Its andradite content can give it well-developed dispersion, which appears as lively spectral flashes in a cut stone. The effect varies between individual gems and their cuts.
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