Andradite (ORIGINAL – TIPS)

: A rare, transparent yellow to amber-gold variety named for its resemblance to topaz.

: A glossy, opaque black variety containing titanium. It is often used in mourning jewelry or statement pieces. andradite

Andradite is a calcium-iron silicate mineral ( ) and one of the rarest species in the garnet group. It is celebrated for its exceptional optical properties, boasting a refractive index (1.88–1.91) and dispersion—often called "fire"—that can exceed even that of a diamond. Key Varieties : A rare, transparent yellow to amber-gold variety