Natural Color Change Garnet Gemstones
Discover loose color change garnet gemstones with remarkable shifts between daylight and incandescent light.
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Bi-color
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Black
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Blue
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Brown Color Change Garnet
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Golden
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Gray
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Green
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Multicolor
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Orange
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Pink
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Purple
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Red
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Turquoise
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Violet
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White
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Yellow Color Change Garnet
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1.20ct Brown Color-Change Garnet, Oval, VVS
6 x 5.1 mm
$ 95.87
0.69ct Yellow Color-Change Garnet, Emerald Cut, VS
7 x 3.5 mm
$ 75.60
1.29ct Brown Color-Change Garnet, Oval, VS
6.9 x 5.5 mm
$ 103.05
1.37ct Brown Color-Change Garnet, Oval, VS
6.8 x 5.7 mm
$ 109.45
0.80ct Brown Color-Change Garnet, Oval, VVS
5.9 x 4.8 mm
$ 63.91
0.97ct Brown Color-Change Garnet, Cushion, VS
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
$ 77.49
0.61ct Yellow Color-Change Garnet, Emerald Cut, VVS
7 x 3.5 mm
$ 66.17
1.47ct Brown Color-Change Garnet, Oval, VVS-VS
7.3 x 5.4 mm
$ 117.44
1.38ct Brown Color-Change Garnet, Oval, VVS-VS
7.2 x 5.9 mm
$ 110.25
0.91ct Brown Color-Change Garnet, Emerald Cut, VS
6.2 x 4.9 mm
$ 72.70
1.65ct Brown Color-Change Garnet, Oval, VS
7.2 x 5.6 mm
$ 131.82
0.81ct Yellow Color-Change Garnet, Emerald Cut, VS
7.1 x 3.7 mm
$ 79.87
1.03ct Brown Color-Change Garnet, Cushion, VVS-VS
6.2 x 4.8 mm
$ 82.29
2.16ctw Brown Color-Change Garnet, Oval, VS
6.6 x 5.4 mm
$ 172.56
1.37ct Brown Color-Change Garnet, Pear Shape, VS
7.1 x 6 mm
$ 109.45
0.63ct Yellow Color-Change Garnet, Emerald Cut, VVS-VS
7 x 3.5 mm
$ 72.48
1.32ct Brown Color-Change Garnet, Emerald Cut, VS
6 x 6 mm (calibrated)
$ 105.46
1.36ct Brown Color-Change Garnet, Oval, VS
6.6 x 5.5 mm
$ 108.66
0.97ct Brown Color-Change Garnet, Emerald Cut, VS
5.6 x 4.4 mm
$ 77.49
1.76ct Brown Color-Change Garnet, Oval, VVS-VS
7.9 x 6.7 mm
$ 140.60
2.23ctw Brown Color-Change Garnet, Oval, VVS
7 x 5.5 mm
$ 178.15
3.15ctw Brown Color-Change Garnet, Oval, VVS-VS
7.3 x 6 mm
$ 251.65
0.87ct Yellow Color-Change Garnet, Cushion, VS-SI
8 x 4.5 mm
$ 85.79
1.15ct Brown Color-Change Garnet, Oval, VVS
6.5 x 5.3 mm
$ 91.87
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Natural Color Change Garnet Stones
Our natural color change garnet stones are carefully selected for their distinct ability to shift color under different lighting conditions. These rare garnets typically change from greenish or bluish tones in daylight to purplish or reddish hues under incandescent light.
Loose Color Change Garnet for Sale
Buy loose color change garnet gemstones online with confidence. We offer a wide range of shapes, sizes, and carat weights, making it easy to find the perfect gem for custom rings, earrings, or pendants.
Rare Garnet with Color Shift Effect
Color change garnet is one of the most fascinating members of the garnet family. Its color shift is caused by trace elements such as vanadium or chromium, creating a noticeable transformation between lighting sources.
Faceted Color Change Garnet
Faceted stones maximize brilliance and highlight the dramatic color transition. Popular cuts include oval, cushion, round, and pear shapes, all designed to enhance the gem’s natural optical effect.
Color Change Garnet for Custom Jewelry
With a Mohs hardness of 6.5 to 7.5, color change garnet is suitable for many types of jewelry. It is especially popular for engagement rings and statement pieces due to its rarity and unique appearance.
Origin and Quality Factors
Important quality factors include the strength of the color change, clarity, cut, and overall brilliance. Stones from sources such as Tanzania and Madagascar are particularly sought after for their vivid transitions.
January Birthstone Alternative
As a member of the garnet group, color change garnet makes an exceptional and uncommon January birthstone choice, offering something more distinctive than traditional red garnet varieties.
Learn more about garnet varieties, properties, and care on our Color Change Garnet Information Page.
FAQs
What causes color change in garnet?
The color change effect is caused by trace elements such as vanadium or chromium interacting with different light sources, producing a visible shift between daylight and incandescent light.
How strong should the color change be?
Higher-quality stones display a clear and noticeable transition between two distinct colors. The more dramatic and complete the shift, the more valuable the gemstone tends to be.
Is color change garnet natural or treated?
Color change garnet is typically natural and untreated. Any treatments, if present, should always be fully disclosed.
Is color change garnet suitable for rings?
Yes, with proper care. Its hardness makes it appropriate for rings, although protective settings are recommended for everyday wear.
How is color change garnet different from alexandrite?
Both gemstones display a color change effect, but they belong to different mineral families. Color change garnet is generally more affordable while still offering a distinct and attractive transition.
How do I test the color change?
View the gemstone under natural daylight and then under warm incandescent light. The shift between the two lighting environments reveals the strength of the color change.
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A pleasant experience and many choices to choose from
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My experience has always been fantastic. Today I saved 6 gems to email a customer looking for a particular color blend to fit into an east west setting, so her options were limited, but we found one she wanted, deleted all the others in the cart and order the gem she selected. It was helpful to be able to put them in the cart so I could save them until she selected the one she wanted without having to research all of them again.
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On the clarity options it goes "and better" so if youre looking for si specifically and you click si and better it still shows you basically everything. It just removes the opaques. Itd be nice if it was vs only, vss only, si only, etc
