Garnet Rough - Height: 11 cm - Width: 10 cm- 465 g - (1)

Garnet is a group of silicate minerals renowned for their wide range of colors, although deep red remains the most iconic and common. Known since the Bronze Age, garnets have been treasured as gemstones and abrasives for centuries. The rough garnet specimen offers a look into the mineral's natural crystal growth, often forming dodecahedral shapes. They typically occur in metamorphic rocks, forming under high temperature and pressure conditions. Garnets are valued both as ornamental stones in jewelry and for industrial uses due to their hardness. Their rich red color and glassy luster make garnet a popular choice among collectors and gem enthusiasts alike.