andradite

/ˈændrədaɪt/
noun
  1. A type of mineral in the garnet family, usually green, yellow, or black, used as a gemstone.
    • Andradite is one of the rarest and most valuable types of garnet.
    • Collectors prize andradite crystals for their brilliant luster and color.
    • The jeweler showed us a beautiful ring with a green andradite stone.
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