Red Garnet Tumbled Stone Pack

Description

Each Red Garnet Tumbled Stone Pack includes hand-polished stones displaying vivid tones from deep burgundy to crimson. These garnets, primarily Almandine and Pyrope varieties, are selected for their clarity, symmetry, and brilliant surface luster. Smooth and weighty in hand, they are ideal for collectors, crystal enthusiasts, or use in meditation and décor.

Geological Background

The Garnet group encompasses several silicate minerals with a shared crystal structure but varying composition.
Major members include:

• Almandine (Fe₃Al₂(SiO₄)₃)

• Pyrope (Mg₃Al₂(SiO₄)₃)

• Spessartine (Mn₃Al₂(SiO₄)₃)

• Grossular, Andradite, and Uvarovite

These minerals typically crystallize in the isometric system, forming dodecahedral or trapezohedral crystals.
Red garnets commonly originate in metamorphic schists and gneisses, where high temperatures and pressures transform aluminum-rich rocks. Deposits are found in India, Sri Lanka, Brazil, and the United States.

Historical & Cultural Context

Garnet has been cherished for over 5,000 years, adorning jewelry from ancient Egypt to the Roman Empire. Its deep red hue symbolized life force, courage, and devotion, often used in royal signet rings and talismans for travelers.
During the Middle Ages, it was believed to protect against harm and melancholy, and to rekindle inner fire during difficult times.

Aesthetic & Collector Evaluation

Polished tumbled garnets display a striking translucent red to reddish-brown tone, often with internal flashes that mirror embers under light. Their dense weight and consistent polish give them a tactile, grounding feel prized by collectors and healers alike.

Metaphysical Notes

In modern crystal traditions, Red Garnet is associated with vitality, grounding, and passion.
It is said to energize the Root and Heart Chakras, symbolizing connection between physical strength and emotional balance. Garnet’s enduring energy reminds one of commitment, endurance, and self-empowerment.

Care & Handling

• Clean gently with lukewarm water and a soft cloth.

• Avoid exposure to acids or harsh cleaners.

• Store separately to prevent scratching softer minerals.

• Handle with care — though durable, edges may chip under pressure.