Description

100% Natural - Not treated in any way.
Rare Collectors Gem
Suitable for Museums,Institutions and Students of Gemology.
Beautiful sharp Star effect.
Large Sizes are Extremely Rare!
A Gem of Lasting Beauty.
Among the Rarest of gemstones.

Refractive Index: 1.75 - 1.77
Hardness: 7.25
Chemical Comp: Al2 (SiO4)3
Density: 3.74 - 3.94
Crystal Group: Cubic

Some Garnets display a sharp 4 Rayed Star, which are rare and much sought after by Collectors.
Garnet comes in a surprising number of hues of red - the garnet also comes in various shades of green, yellow, orange and also color-change.