The most vivid mandarin orange in the mineral world.
| Origin | Nigeria |
|---|---|
| Weight | 1.60 ct |
| Colour | Mandarin orange |
| Quality | Slight inclusions |
| Measurements | 6.8 × 6.6 mm |
| Particulars | Cushion cut |
Rare and sunny, spessartite is the garnet of frank colours: a mandarin orange that few stones can match. It is said to carry energy, confidence and joie de vivre.
Where it comes from
Discovered in the Spessart, in Germany, it now yields its finest crystals in Nigeria and Namibia. Its colour comes from manganese, a metal that makes it almost fluorescent in the sun.
What it becomes
On yellow gold, which extends its warmth, it makes a piece of character, perfect for those who are not afraid of colour.