Hydrogrossular Garnet 6mm Round - 15-16 Inch 68204 Red Creek Jasper is named

Red Creek Jasper is named for the Red River in china where the stone was recently discovered

Hydrogrossular garnet is an especially rare gemstone

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The cleaner facet from this cutting process results in significantly more sparkle than seen in stone cut by other methods

Hydrogrossular Garnet 6mm Round - 15-16 Inch 68204 Red Creek Jasper is namedHydrogrossular garnet is an especially rare gemstone. It's defined by a bright green color, and most commonly found with black inclusions. These inclusions are chromite, and the green color is caused by a reaction in the stone when the chrome is introduced to water. The green coloring has likened the stone of jadeite in the past, and because its hardness has made the stone perfect for beads and cabochons.