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1.47CT VVS RARE BLUE GREEN TO PURPLE RED PYROPE SPESSARTITE COLOR CHANGE GARNET
$ 227.03
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Description
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We specialize in collector & high end colored gems not commonly found in retail stores. We strive to provide the best possible customer service and value. We stand behind our products and have the expertise of a GIA Graduate Gemologist to serve you.
Donald Hofler GIA GG, AJP
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Pieces: 1
Shape: Cushion Facet
Type: Color Change Garnet Garnet Pyrope-Spessartite Malaya Garnet
Color: Blue Green in day light to flourescent only Changing to Purplish Red in incandescent / Candle light only
(I consider the stone to be dark in tone Photos taken in 6500kv light source as recommended by GIA for color grading light)
Weight: 1.47 CT
Clarity: VVS2-VS1 (Type II)
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PLEASE; If unsure of what clarity means see chart below for a more detailed explanation also remember colored gems are graded with the naked eye and not a loupe
)
Size: 7.5 x 5.3 x 3.6 mm
Luster: Vitreous
Origin: East Africa, Tanzania
Treatment: None
Hardness: 6.5 - 7.5 on MOHS
VVS 1 & 2
Extra Fine Quality. These gems have microscopic inclusions which are difficult to slightly difficult to see under a loupe with 10x magnification.
VS 1
Very Fine Quality. Small pin-pricks are just visible to the scrutiny of the close naked eye. However, the beauty of the gem is not diminished in anyway.
VS 2
Fine Quality. Small pin-pricks and feathers are just visible to the scrutiny of the close naked eye. However, the overall beauty of the gem is still not diminished.
SI 1
Good Quality. These gems have inclusions, which are fairly easy to see to the close naked eye. However, the overall beauty of the gem is still high.
SI 2
Good to Medium-High Quality. These gems have inclusions which are fairly easy to see under the close naked eye. These inclusions are usually not really visible at an arm's length.
Included
Medium to the lower qualities. Included gems with internal features that range from eye visible to very easily seen to the naked eye.
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