The “Star of Idaho,” at 3,322 carats, is the world’s largest six-ray star garnet. Photo by Patellison42. Public Domain.
Although commonly associated with the color red, garnets can be found in almost any color and are popular choices for jewelry of all types. The January…
Garnet symbolism is rich and varied. The January birthstone has inspired many legends and popular associations with love, friendship, light,…
The Collector’s Guide to the Minerals of New York State is ideal for both experts and hobbyists. Its information, organization, and photos are…
Faceting Survey Results for Polishing Garnet stones. Know the preferred polishing methods for Garnet. Also, view results for various procedures…
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