Garnet Round Precision-Cut Faceted Gemstones, AAA-Grade

This AAA-grade round faceted garnet features precise facets on the crown, table and pavilion. Each gemstone has a consistent, saturated wine-red color and is the exact same size, making it easier add to your jewelry designs. This gem shows the superior cut, color saturation and active scintillation required to be classified as a top-quality AAA-grade gemstone. Garnet is the birthstone for January. This package includes 30 gemstones delivered in a protective gem jar. Traditional red garnet derives its deep color from iron and magnesium. Garnets are actually a family of closely related gemstones. The most common color is red; but garnets are also found in green, orange, pink and blue. Garnet exhibits few inclusions, and those that are present tend to be rounded, seedlike crystals with irregular edges. Round-cut gemstones are highly popular and the most commonly available. Rio round gemstones are calibrated for size and hand inspected to ensure maximum attractiveness.

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Gemstone type: Garnet
Stone shape: Round
Stone size: 2.5mm, 3mm, 2mm
Stone type: Natural
Color: Brownish-red
Birthstone: January
Enhancement: None (N)
Grade: AAA
Mohs hardness: 6.5–7.5
Refractive index: 1.72–1.94
Specific gravity: 3.1–4.3
Brand: AGTA
Mineral source: MOZAMBIQUE
Cutting center: Sri Lanka