Red Garnet 10mm Round - 8-Inch Stone Type_Fluorite It was originally named for

It was originally named for the visible inclusions of the mineral Cacoxenite

It is known for its abstract designs in rusty red

in a variety of swirling and linear patterns

and may also be referred to as Jacktree

typically of brown or black

Red Garnet 10mm Round - 8-Inch Stone Type_Fluorite It was originally named forRed 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.