Natural Stone

Garnet

Color

Red

About the stone

Garnet is found in a variety of colors, although red is the most well-known. It is a complex mineral formed from a group of similar species, used in jewelry since antiquity.

Associated with energy, passion, and regeneration, garnet has a medium to high hardness, requiring moderate care to avoid scratches and severe impacts.

Characteristics

What you need to know.

Color · name

Red

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Care profile

Moderate

See the full care profile in the section below.

Care for Garnet

How to care for it.

Care profile

Moderate

Care level

Cleaning

Warm water with soap or a gentle professional jewelry solution.
Avoid ultrasonic cleaners if the stone is not clearly compatible (e.g., some amethysts or topazes may be affected).
Avoid steam cleaning unless specifically safe for that stone.

Exposure precautions

Remove jewelry before intense physical activities or entering chlorinated pools.
Avoid contact with strong chemicals (chlorine, ammonia).
Some stones may lose color with prolonged sun exposure; store them properly.

Storage

Store in soft pouches or separate compartments to prevent scratches.
If the metal oxidizes easily (like some silver alloys), consider anti-tarnish strips.
Avoid areas with high humidity (bathrooms, saunas).

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