Beautiful pinkish purple gem. We were told this was color change, however we don’t really see a strong change indoors. But photos do show some orange in the stone depending on the direction of viewing. Either way, a really pretty centerpiece gemstone.
SKU: C245
Umbalite Garnet
2.64 carats
$422.00
Out of stock
| Carats | 2.64 |
|---|---|
| Clarity | |
| Color Specification | |
| Color | Purple, Red |
| Cut | |
| Dimensions (mm) | 7.7 x 7.7 x 6.1 |
| Origin | |
| Overall Quality | |
| Stone Shape | Octagon |
| Treatments | None |
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Garnets occur in every color but blue.
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The largest garnet ever found was actually discovered underground in New York City, below Broadway and 7th The size of a bowling ball, this garnet weighs about ten pounds and currently resides in the archives of the American Museum of Natural History.
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The word garnet comes from the Latin word “granatus” for pomegranate.
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Imperial Russian jeweller, Faberge, famously crafted pieces with demantoid garnet.
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A stylish red garnet bead necklace found in a grave in Egypt is more than 5,000 years old.
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Garnet is the birthstone for January and the gem for the 2nd wedding anniversary.
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