gemstone

Red faceted gemstone, likely garnet

Possibly almandine–pyrope garnet, (Fe,Mg)₃Al₂(SiO₄)₃; identification from the photo is uncertain

AI-generated identification · may be incorrect

Deep red with vitreous luster and faceted cut; garnet hardness is about 6.5–7.5 Mohs, typically cubic crystal structure, and no true cleavage. The image does not establish its identity or specific gravity.

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At a glance

Common name: Red faceted gemstone, likely garnet
Scientific name: Possibly almandine–pyrope garnet, (Fe,Mg)₃Al₂(SiO₄)₃; identification from the photo is uncertain
Category: gemstone
Identified: October 11, 2026
Method: Standard

AI Estimated Value

If confirmed as a small, ordinary garnet, roughly $5–$100; substantially more for exceptional quality or a different identified gemstone.

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Physical properties

Formation & geological history

If garnet, it formed naturally during metamorphism or in igneous rocks; garnets span a wide range of geological ages and occur in many settings.

Uses & applications

Garnets are used in jewelry and, when not gem quality, as industrial abrasives. A cut stone’s value depends on confirmed identity, weight, clarity, color, and treatment.

Geological facts

Red garnet varieties include almandine, pyrope, and their mixtures; appearance alone cannot reliably distinguish garnet from other red gems or imitations.

Field identification & locations

Check with a jeweler or gemologist using refractive index, specific gravity, and magnification; field identification is not reliable for this cut specimen. Garnets occur worldwide, including India, Sri Lanka, Africa, and the United States.