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3.91ct Natural Fanta Garnet-A Radiant Touch of Fire
- SKU
- Dimensions (mm)
- 9.9 x 9.9 x 6.02mm
- Weight (cts)
- 3.91
- Treatment
- No Treatment
- Shape
- Round
- Type
- Faceted
- Clarity
- VVS
- Colours
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A Mandarin Natural Fanta Spessartite Garnet is a rare and highly coveted gemstone, known for its fiery, vivid orange hue that resembles the color of ripe mandarins or Fanta soda—hence the name. This variety of spessartite garnet is treasured for its intense saturation, brilliance, and remarkable clarity, making it one of the most eye-catching garnets in the world.
Key Characteristics:
Color: The defining feature of a Mandarin Fanta spessartite garnet is its bright, electric orange to reddish-orangecolor. The most sought-after stones display a vivid, juicy orange hue with a vibrant, almost neon glow. This bold color is completely natural and not enhanced by treatments.
Clarity: High-quality Mandarin garnets are typically very clean and transparent. A top-tier Fanta spessartite will have excellent clarity, with minimal visible inclusions, allowing the intense color and brilliance to take center stage.
Brilliance: Due to its high refractive index, this garnet has exceptional sparkle and fire. When expertly cut, it radiates light beautifully and appears almost to glow from within.
Cut: These garnets are often cut into cushion, oval, pear, or round shapes to best display their brilliance and color. A precise cut maximizes light reflection, enhancing the gem's lively appearance.
Hardness: With a Mohs hardness of 7 to 7.5, spessartite garnets are durable enough for most types of jewelry, including rings and earrings, though care is advised for daily wear.
Origin: The most famous Mandarin garnets come from Namibia and Nigeria. Stones from these regions are especially prized for their pure, vivid orange tones.
Symbolism & Meaning:
Mandarin garnets are associated with creativity, vitality, and confidence. Their fiery hue is said to inspire courage, passion, and positive energy. In metaphysical circles, they are believed to stimulate the sacral chakra, promoting joy and emotional balance.
Value:
The value of a Mandarin Fanta spessartite garnet depends heavily on:
Color: The more intense and pure the orange, the more valuable.
Clarity: Eye-clean stones fetch a premium.
Size: Larger stones over 1 carat are rare and highly prized.
Origin: Stones from Namibia and Nigeria are especially desirable.
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- SKU
- Dimensions (mm)
- 9.9 x 9.9 x 6.02 mm
- Weight (cts)
- 3.91
- Treatment
- No Treatment
- Shape
- Round
- Type
- Faceted
- Clarity
- VVS
- Colours
-
A Mandarin Natural Fanta Spessartite Garnet is a rare and highly coveted gemstone, known for its fiery, vivid orange hue that resembles the color of ripe mandarins or Fanta soda—hence the name. This variety of spessartite garnet is treasured for its intense saturation, brilliance, and remarkable clarity, making it one of the most eye-catching garnets in the world.
Key Characteristics:
Color: The defining feature of a Mandarin Fanta spessartite garnet is its bright, electric orange to reddish-orangecolor. The most sought-after stones display a vivid, juicy orange hue with a vibrant, almost neon glow. This bold color is completely natural and not enhanced by treatments.
Clarity: High-quality Mandarin garnets are typically very clean and transparent. A top-tier Fanta spessartite will have excellent clarity, with minimal visible inclusions, allowing the intense color and brilliance to take center stage.
Brilliance: Due to its high refractive index, this garnet has exceptional sparkle and fire. When expertly cut, it radiates light beautifully and appears almost to glow from within.
Cut: These garnets are often cut into cushion, oval, pear, or round shapes to best display their brilliance and color. A precise cut maximizes light reflection, enhancing the gem's lively appearance.
Hardness: With a Mohs hardness of 7 to 7.5, spessartite garnets are durable enough for most types of jewelry, including rings and earrings, though care is advised for daily wear.
Origin: The most famous Mandarin garnets come from Namibia and Nigeria. Stones from these regions are especially prized for their pure, vivid orange tones.
Symbolism & Meaning:
Mandarin garnets are associated with creativity, vitality, and confidence. Their fiery hue is said to inspire courage, passion, and positive energy. In metaphysical circles, they are believed to stimulate the sacral chakra, promoting joy and emotional balance.
Value:
The value of a Mandarin Fanta spessartite garnet depends heavily on:
Color: The more intense and pure the orange, the more valuable.
Clarity: Eye-clean stones fetch a premium.
Size: Larger stones over 1 carat are rare and highly prized.
Origin: Stones from Namibia and Nigeria are especially desirable.
| Provider | Destination | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Shipping - Tracked Default |
Rest of World
21 days
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first item
per additional item
shipping capped at
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| FedEx |
Rest of World
14 days
|
first item
per additional item
shipping capped at
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| Standard Shipping - Untracked |
Rest of World
40 days
|
first item
per additional item
shipping capped at
|
| UPS |
Rest of World
14 days
|
first item
per additional item
shipping capped at
|
| Standard Shipping - Tracked Default |
Thailand
10 days
|
first item
per additional item
shipping capped at
|
| Standard Shipping - Tracked Default |
United States of America
25 days
|
first item
per additional item
|
| FedEx |
Thailand
7 days
|
first item
per additional item
shipping capped at
|
| Standard Shipping - Untracked |
Thailand
0 days
|
first item
per additional item
shipping capped at
|
| UPS |
Thailand
0 days
|
first item
per additional item
shipping capped at
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| Standard Shipping - Untracked |
United States of America
40 days
|
first item
per additional item
shipping capped at
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Positiveas described
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It's much lighter in colour than in the pic, but I like it nonetheless.
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Beautiful but no certificate as request. Very nice Gem, but unhappy about the certificate.
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