Garnet is the January birthstone. In the U.S., perhaps the most well-known occurrences of garnet are Garnet Ledge and the Sitkine River on Wrangell Island, Alaska. Garnet is between 6.5-7.5 on the Moh's Hardness Scale.
Garnet has both jewelry and industrial uses. You get one garnet specimen - photo is representative of the specimen you will receive.
Those that believe in its metaphysical healing crystal properties believe that it revitalises, purifies and balances energy, bringing serenity or passion as appropriate. Inspires love and devotion. It activates and strengthens the survival instinct, bringing courage and hope.
Measures in range 1-2" x 1-2". Sure to excite any mineral lover.