Andradite Garnet and Verdelite Optic Character
Andradite Garnet and Verdelite optical properties play a significant role while distinguishing these gemstones from each other. These properties are influenced by the Andradite Garnet Vs Verdelite like crystallographic symmetry, pleochroism,etc. in the crystal. Some of the optical properties are refractive index, luster, optic character, pleochroism etc. Prominent among these is Andradite Garnet and Verdelite optic character. You might have noticed your gemologist rotating the gemstone while testing it. Rotating a gemstone along its optic axis helps in determining its optic character.