Kornerupine is an extremely rare gem and is primarily sought after by gem collectors rather than jewelry designers. However, after more recent discoveries of rare colorful deposits found in Africa, its popularity and demand for jewelry use has increased. Kornerupine may also be traded as 'prismatine', a trade name which refers to its long prismatic crystals.
One of the rarest colours to find a Kornerupine in is green. What makes these extra special is that they bear a striking resemblance to that of an Emerald; not just in colour, but also in its refractive index. It can be distinguished, however, by its pleochroic property, which means that it is possible to see different colours when viewed from different angles.
Ideal for setting in jewellery or adding to a collection.
