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Red garnet-like faceted pendant

Possibly almandine garnet, Fe₃Al₂(SiO₄)₃; identification is uncertain from the image

AI-generated identification · may be incorrect

Small, deep-red, transparent-to-translucent faceted stone in a metal setting. If garnet, hardness is about 6.5–7.5 Mohs, with vitreous luster and cubic crystal structure; the photo does not show enough detail to verify it.

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At a glance

Common name: Red garnet-like faceted pendant
Scientific name: Possibly almandine garnet, Fe₃Al₂(SiO₄)₃; identification is uncertain from the image
Category: gemstone
Identified: October 3, 2026
Method: Standard

AI Estimated Value

Approximately $5–$50 for a small costume-style pendant; value depends on whether the stone is garnet, its quality, and the metal setting.

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Physical properties

Formation & geological history

Natural garnet forms in metamorphic rocks and some igneous rocks through geological processes spanning many ages. The stone has been cut and mounted as jewelry.

Uses & applications

Garnets are used in jewelry and, in industrial grades, as abrasives and waterjet-cutting media.

Geological facts

Red garnet varieties include almandine and pyrope; color alone cannot reliably distinguish them from other red gemstones or glass.

Field identification & locations

Check for natural inclusions and a refractive sparkle; gemological testing is needed to identify the stone. Garnets occur worldwide, including India, Sri Lanka, Madagascar, and the United States.