Description
Round Faceted Rhodolite Garnets. The word “garnet” comes from the 14th century Middle English word gernet, meaning “dark red.” The word is derived from Latin granatum, which means “seed,” and is called so because of the gemstone’s resemblance to the beautiful red seeds of the pomegranate. Rhodolite garnets tend toward rose to purplish red.
Natural rhodolites are typically “eye-clean”, which means they’re free from inclusions or flaws that can be seen with the naked eye. The clarity and natural color are what makes rhodolite one of the most valuable varieties of garnet.
According to the American Gem Society, garnets are so durable, remnants of garnet jewelry have been found dating as far back as the Bronze Age. In 3100 BC, the Egyptians inlaid garnet in jewelry and carvings, and referred to it as the symbol of life. Garnets were very popular with Romans in the 3rd and 4th centuries. Warriors, ancient healers, and wise men wore them for protection and even placed garnets in wounds, praising their healing powers.
