Red Garnet 6x8mm Tri Cut Faceted Rondelle - 15-16 Inch Size_3x6mm with some transparent inclusions

with some transparent inclusions

light tans and earthtones

and it is also known as Toog

When tumbled it can have the look of polished steel

Red Garnet 6x8mm Tri Cut Faceted Rondelle - 15-16 Inch Size_3x6mm with some transparent inclusionsRed 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.