What You Need to Know Before Selling Tsavorite

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One of the youngest gemstones, tsavorite's dazzling green color delights the spirit. This rare gemstone is remarkably prized and can sell for high values. If you are selling tsavorite, you need to do all you can to make sure you are getting what it's worth.

Here at Worthy, we help people sell their unwanted diamond jewelry for the best possible price. What we’ve learned about selling diamonds can help you when you are selling tsavorite as well. Here are ten things you need to know about selling tsavorite to make sure you receive the maximum value.

Tsavorite is a Relatively New Discovery

While some gemstones have been known to humankind for millennia, tsavorite is a relative newcomer. First discovered by British geologist and gem prospector Dr. Campbell R. Bridges in the mountains of Tanzania, tsavorite was popularized by Tiffany & Company, who began marketing the stone in 1974. The company proposed the name “tsavorite” in honor of Tsavo National Park in Kenya, however additional deposits have been found in Madagascar. 

Tsavorite is a Variety of Garnet

Sometimes referred to as tsavoloite, tsavorite is a type of grossular, which is a calcium-aluminum garnet that contains trace amounts of chromium or vanadium.

Tsavorite is Highly Valued

This incredibly rare stone is valuable even in small amounts, and gemstone-quality stones larger than a few carats in weight are highly prized. It is quite rare to find a quality piece larger than five carats, but occasional stones larger than 100 carats do exist.

Tsavorite is a Durable Gemstone

Fortunately for those who enjoy wearing it, tsavorite is a fairly durable stone, earning a rating of 7. 7.5 on the Mohs scale. 

Carat, Clarity, Color and Cut are the Main Value Factors

Carat weight is of great importance, as is clarity, color, and cut. All high-quality tsavorite has a clear, vibrant green appearance, and well-cut pieces are available in a variety of shapes. Brilliant cut, emerald cut, trillion cut, square cut, cushion cut, and oval cut pieces are prized. 

Age of Item and Quality of Setting Also Affect Value

Vintage pieces containing tsavorite are often of great value, as are some quality mixed stone pieces such as rings from Van Cleef & Arpels. Value increases dramatically when the stones are showcased in precious metal settings, including yellow, white, or rose gold; platinum and other precious metals are also used in setting fine tsavorite gemstones. 

If you are hoping to buy or sell tsavorite or tsavorite jewelry, it is very important that you work with a professional appraiser. This is the best way to ensure that you get as much as possible for your item.

Many Top Brands Use Tsavorite

Top quality tsavorite is rare, but its durability makes it ideal for use in all kinds of jewelry. It is possible to find exceptional examples of tsavorite in vintage jewelry items too; necklaces, pendants, earrings, bracelets, rings, and charms are very popular as are cufflinks and shirt studs. If you happen to have vintage tsavorite jewelry by Van Cleef & Arpels, Tiffany & Company, Bulgari, or other top designers, it is likely to fetch an excellent price at auction.

There are Many Reasons to Sell Tsavorite

There are many reasons, and the following top the list: 
  • You can transform unwanted or unused jewelry and gemstones into cash
  • It’s not difficult to find buyers interested in tsavorite and tsavorite jewelry
  • The market for tsavorite is strong, particularly where exceptional pieces are concerned
Excellent examples of tsavorite and tsavorite jewelry often fetch thousands of dollars, and a few of the nicest pieces have recently sold for well over $20,000. If you’d like to sell tsavorite jewelry, you’ll most likely find yourself pleased at the worthy offers you receive.  

At Worthy, our expert appraisals, descriptions, and photography set the standard for reselling diamonds and jewelry. On our innovative live online auction platform, our network of thousands of professional buyers around the world compete to buy your diamonds and jewelry at the highest price. Because we receive a small percentage of the sales price, we are on your side: we profit only when you do too, unlike jewelry buyers who try to acquire your item for the lowest possible price so they can profit more. Although Worthy is not currently selling tsavorite, you can subscribe to our newsletter to be the first to know when we begin selling gemstones online.



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