Garnet

Major Sources

Afghanistan, Brazil, India, Iran, Kenya, Madagascar, Myanmar, Namibia, Pakistan, Russia, Sri Lanka, Tanzania

 

Mineral

Garnet group

 

Mohs Hardness

6.5 to 7.5

 

Toughness

Good

 

Color

All colors

 

Care and Cleaning

Warm, soapy water is always safe for cleaning garnets. Ultrasonic

cleaners are usually safe except for stones that have fractures. Steam cleaning is not recommended.