Hessonite

Hessonite

Properties

  • Mineral: Garnet group
  • Chemistry: Hessonite- Ca3Al2(SiO4)3
  • Colour: Brownish Orange
  • Refractive index: 1.740 (+.12 -.04)Birefringence: None
  • Specific gravity: 3.47-4.15
  • Mohs harness: 7 -7.5

About Hessonite

Hessonite is a calcium–aluminium mineral species belonging to the grossularite garnet group.

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Product Description

Sources

Sri Lanka is a major source of Hessonite. Other countries include Brazil, India, Canada, Madagascar, Myanmar (Burma) and Tanzania.

Quality

Hessonite colours can range from deep yellow or golden orange to cinnamon brown. The most desirable colour is bright golden orange; lighter stones exhibit more brilliance.

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