You are purchasing ONE package of Gemstone Beads

Color/shapes:  Deep Red, Small chip, Mohs hardness 7 to 7-1/2
Material: Garnet (natural),  gemstone
Approx. Size: 4-7mm
Approx. Quantity: 70-100 beads, 15 inch strand

Design with Lapis Gemstone Chips range from small to medium with an average size of small. This deep, glossy red color of garnet resembles the juicy seeds of a pomegranate, which is perhaps why its name is derived from the Latin word granatum, meaning pomegranate seed.   In ancient history, travelers wore garnet gemstones because they were believed to light up the night and provide protection from nightmares and accidents.  Garnet symbolizes a quick return to a separated love, fertility and feminine life force.

Garnet is a name used to describe a diverse group of silicate minerals that include almandine, pyrope, spessartine, grossular, andradite, mozambique and uvarovite. 

Testing for colorfastness is recommended.

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