Red Garnet

Garnet is a semi-precious frequently incorporated into some of the most modern, handmade jewelry beautiful in the world. It is most often found in shades of dark red, and is widely recognized as the birthstone of January and the stone for the 2nd, 5th and 7th birthday. But beyond its contemporary uses and associations, garnet holds a decadent mythological, spiritual and etymological history that adds nostalgic value to its already strong aesthetic value. Read on for more information to help you fall in love with your garnet jewelry - or inspire you to buy today!

exhibits dark red garnet traditional rich red-brown tones. The incredible beauty of garnet is, however, in a variety of colors, including yellowish-green, pinkish-orange and purple and all shades in between. Rhodolite Garnets are the most valuable types of garnet red, with stunning deep purplish red tones. Grossular Garnet is really light to dark yellow to orange and sometimes clear. Hessonite garnet is a type of grossular garnet that displays yellow and red-orange.

The name is derived from garnet grain or seed Latin meaning that the tiny crystals were thought to resemble pomegranate seeds. The majority of garnets from sources in Africa, where the fines green garnets (called tsavorites) command prices comparative to the precious emerald. Other sources Mine Central Europe, Russia and Brazil.

garnet stones look better than pieces of jewelry evening when paired with Black Onyx, black pearls or diamonds. More casual combinations include contrasts such as dark red garnet with yellow-brown citrine, white pearls, diamonds or light blue acute. To view a selection of handcrafted jewelry, handmade containing garnets, click here . Garnet is typically considered a sophisticated gemstone that works well with any outfit. In earrings, it works particularly well for improving the brightness of the brown or hazel eyes.

Thousands of years ago Egyptian pharaohs revered garnets, viewing stones as prizes to take to the afterlife. In the Victorian era, garnets have been designated as "anthrax". People in the Middle Ages in the upper echelons of society, garnets were favored by travelers who wore to protect themselves. Today, many believe that garnets provide protection against disease and promote feelings of peace, strength, confidence and productivity.

Mohs hardness rating is based on a 10-point scale, 10 being the most resistant, like a diamond, and an easily scratched, such as talc. Regular garnet gets a score of 7 to 7.5, which means it is fairly scratch resistant and therefore suitable as a component of jewelry. Garnet stones must be cleaned regularly by a professional or with a soft cloth and mild soap and water. Avoid ultrasonic cleaners, solvents and harsh chemicals when cleaning your handcrafted jewelry as exposure to these elements can damage semi-precious and precious gems and pearls.

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