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Garnet

Garnet gemstone variety comprises of more than ten different gemstones, with the red garnet as the most well-known from the range. Garnets can be found in various shades of green, orange and a variety of earth-coloured nuances.

The only colour garnets do not manifest themselves is blue. Some garnet stones may change their colour depending on the light they are exposed to.

Garnets were popular among ancient civilizations and have been used in jewellery for thousands of years. The gems were also once used as bullets by Asian tribes and were believed to enhance artistic abilities.

Specifications

Origin: Kenya and Tanzania

Colour: Yellow-Green to Deep Green

Species: Garnet

Hardness: 7 - 7.5 on Mohs Scale

Birthstone Month: January

Anniversary Year: 2nd

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