GARNET
'Garnet' The Charming Gemstone
Polish
Rough
The fact of GARNET
CHEMICAL COMPOSITION
X3Y2(SiO4)3![]()
MOHS HARDNESS
6.5 - 7.5![]()
Mineral
Silicate![]()
BELIEF & BIRTHSTONE
- Garnet represent January birthdays -
Garnet symbolizes perseverance and strength and is known as a “commitment stone,” which reinforces tenacity and commitment. The ancient Egyptians hailed garnets as a symbol of life. The stone was used for various medicinal purposes in the Middle Ages.
QUALITY FACTORS
Color
Garnets are often equated with red, but can also be orange, pink, green, black, honey brown and Blur which is rare to find.
Clarity
As clear as a glass.
Cut
The more common red garnets tend to be carved into standard shapes with ovals, cushions, trillions and emerald cuts.
