Red Garnet 7x8mm Faceted Rice Bead - 15-16 Inch 10x20 in 1906 by two children

in 1906 by two children who stumbled over a metal object stuck in the ground

In this strand

Garnet is used today not only as an ornamental gem

leading to discoloration

Red Garnet 7x8mm Faceted Rice Bead - 15-16 Inch 10x20 in 1906 by two childrenRed 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.