The Latin name for the Garnet, is called "Granatus" or "Granatum" which translates to "Seed or Grain". It is often associated with the Pomengranate for seeds that resemble the shape and color of Garnets. Most of the Garnets are red but in fact many different colors can be attributed to it. These colors can range from orange, green, black, purple and in between dependant unpon the minerals in it and the clearer the Garnet the higher prices can be associated with them. The names of these different variations of Garnet include Alamandite, Melanite, Hessonite and Pyrope.
Mineral Name
Nesosilicates
Chemical Formula
X3Y2(SiO4)3
Specific Gravity
3.1 - 4.3
Moh's Hardness
6.0 - 7.5
Color
Varies from Red to brown,purple and various colors
Garnets have a rich history and mythology and are still valued for their attributes of "Health". These attributes are for remedies for inflammatory diseases, bleeding from wounds, the balancing of the energy with the human body and to protect the wearer from poisons. It was also used while sleeping to ward away bad dreams and to alleviate depression. Garnets symbolize and embody friendship and were worn to the "betterment of personal relationships". Noted to promote light-heartedness, loyalty and long felt affections and with successful business ventures.
Garnets are found throughout the world and are primarily found within the Russian Federation, North and South America's, the African sub-continent and Australia.
