Tag: origin of hessonite

Hessonite Gemstone is a variety of Grossular Garnet that is rich in iron and manganese. In other words, Hessonite originates from calcium aluminum silicate and it is usually found in Honey colored to a yellow-orange color. Firstly, The name Hessonite comes from the ancient Greek word Esson, meaning inferior, because of the stone’s low density and hardness, compared to other

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