Garnet Hexagon Faceted Gemstone

This hexagon-cut garnet brings an unusual shape and evenly saturated color to all types of jewelry designs. Set a single gemstone in a simple ring, match it with gems of similar or complementary colors, or use a pair to make earrings. Garnet is the birthstone for January. Traditional red garnet derives its deep color from iron and magnesium. Garnets are actually a family of closely related gemstones. The most common color is red; but garnets are also found in green, orange, pink and blue. Garnet exhibits few inclusions, and those that are present tend to be rounded, seedlike crystals with irregular edges. The hexagon is cut is a modified brilliant featuring large facets and step cuts along the six equal sides of the girdle.