Faceted Garnet | China polished showing subtle shifts in color

showing subtle shifts in color that highlight the stone’s organic character

polished tigers eye beads strung together in a classic round shape

Scaphites ammonites are extinct cephalopods known for their distinctive shells

5” x 3” and weighs 7 oz

complemented by a small accent cabochon at the top for added elegance

Faceted Garnet | China polished showing subtle shifts in colorThis faceted garnet from China belongs to the garnet group, a family of silicate minerals with the chemical formula XY(SiO) that crystallize in the isometric system. Garnets are well known for their durability, measuring 6. 57. 5 on the Mohs hardness scale, as well as their deep, saturated color. The faceting highlights the natural clarity and richness of the stone while preserving its mineral character. Garnets form in a range of geological