Red Garnet 6x8mm Corner Drilled Table Cut Cube Bead - 15-16 Inch Rough Nugget This item is treated and

This item is treated and dyed agate

most turquoise is stabilized to improve durability and usability in jewelry design—learn more about turquoise treatments and care

Variscite can be discolored by cosmetics

striated crystals

Red Garnet 6x8mm Corner Drilled Table Cut Cube Bead - 15-16 Inch Rough Nugget This item is treated andRed Garnet is the most commonly known type of Garnet, which occurs in many colors. Garnet has been used for adornment and spirituality by myriad cultures and civilizations throughout history, its oldest known use being in Egypt more than five thousand years ago. Garnet is used today not only as an ornamental gem, but also for industrial purposes from watch gears and scientific instruments to sandpaper and other abrasives.