Garnet is a deep-red silicate, hard (6.5 to 7.5 on the Mohs scale), which tradition links to passion, energy and vitality. Vivid and robust, it is very well suited to worn jewellery. Here's what it is, what tradition says, and how to choose it.
Garnet is a group of silicates; the most common in jewellery is almandine, deep red to red-brown. Its hardness (6.5 to 7.5 on the Mohs scale) makes it sturdy, suited to rings and bracelets alike. Green garnets (tsavorite, demantoid) and orange ones (spessartine) also exist.
In crystal tradition, garnet is the stone of passion, energy and vitality. These virtues are traditions and beliefs: they are not scientifically demonstrated and replace no medical advice (see sources).
Hard, garnet can be worn daily, rings included. It is a naturally coloured stone, usually untreated, making it a reliable choice. A fine garnet shows a vivid red and good transparency. See our natural stone jewellery guide.
Lukewarm water and a soft cloth. Garnet is robust; still avoid hard knocks on faceted stones.
Tradition links it to passion, energy and vitality. These virtues are beliefs, with no scientifically demonstrated effect, and replace no medical advice.
It's a semi-precious (fine) stone, naturally coloured and usually untreated. Some rare varieties (green tsavorite, demantoid) reach high prices, but red almandine stays affordable.
Yes: with a hardness of 6.5 to 7.5, it is robust and suits rings and bracelets. Just avoid hard knocks on faceted stones.
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