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Garnet - Malaia

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Details

Carat
0.82 ct
Dimensions
6.7 x 4.8 x 3.4 mm
Cut
Oval Brilliant cut
Shape
Oval
Cutting style
Brilliant cut
Colour
Padparadscha
Clarity
Eye-clean
Treatment
Untreated
Origin
Tanzania - Morogoro
Stone number
7851
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· Mineralogy ·

Malaya Garnet

Malaya garnet is one of the rarest varieties of the garnet group. A gemstone that captivates with its unusual color spectrum, ranging from delicate rose and warm apricot to intense pink and purplish tones. Depending on the light, it reveals subtle color shifts that give it exceptional vibrancy and depth.

7 - 7.5
Mohs hardness
cubic
Crystal system
1.74 - 1.81
Refractive index
Untreated
Natural stone

Properties

Mineral group
Garnet (pyrope-spessartine-almandine series)
Chemical formula
(Mg,Fe,Mn)₃Al₂(SiO₄)₃
Colorant
manganese and iron
Crystal system
cubic
Hardness (Mohs)
7 - 7.5
Density
approx. 3.65 - 3.85 g/cm³
Refractive index
1.74 - 1.81
Optical character
isotropic (singly refractive)
Birefringence
none
Dispersion
0.027
Pleochroism
none (isotropic)
Fluorescence
inert
Luster
vitreous

Why this stone

The Malaya garnet from Morogoro is no ordinary gemstone, but a piece of geological rarity - formed millions of years ago and cherished today as a symbol of individuality and elegance.

Tradition

In crystal healing, Malaya garnet represents creativity, emotional balance, and self-empowerment. It is said to dissolve blockages, bring joy to life, and inspire courage for new paths.