ALMANDINE-PYROPE GARNET (110.2 ct) – Gem-quality Grade A, euhedral pentagonal-dodecahedral crystal within a spherical quartzite matrix nodule; set in a handcrafted wire-wrapped pendant and an adjustable organic-style collar necklace, both 18K gold-plated.
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At the edge of the Brazilian Amazon, a unique geological quirk produces rare, natural spherical quartzite nodules containing perfect garnets formed within internal cavities. These rounded nodules are created primarily through fractional crystallization and the remobilization of specific elements via high-temperature hydrothermal fluids.
Presented here as a magical "Geo-jewel" is an adjustable organic-style collar necklace featuring a handcrafted wire-wrapped pendant—both 18K gold-plated—showcasing a rare, perfect Almandine-Pyrope group garnet crystal (110.2 ct) encased in an egg-shaped spherical nodule of fine-grained quartzite matrix.
Gem-quality Grade A (beautiful, very dark wine-brown color; partially translucent; 10%–25% matrix).
This specimen originates from the São Valério da Natividade Gem Province in Tocantins, Brazil—specifically from K-rich granitic pegmatites—and is notably rich in Rare Earth Elements (REE), exhibiting strong optical anisotropy (varying according to the direction of observation). The garnet is often considered the symbolic gemstone of the State of Tocantins, Brazil.
Garnet has been used as a gemstone for over 5,000 years. ...by emperors, knights, and warriors as a protective talisman, and by Hindu and Buddhist followers as a sacred stone of enlightenment; as well as by indigenous cultures of North and South America, the Aztecs, the Mayans, and African tribes. In the past, Garnet was believed to possess healing properties due to its blood-red color, capable of revitalizing the bloodstream and boosting the imagination. It was also believed that gifting a Garnet would win a woman's eternal love.
Metaphysical: Love, loyalty, commitment, and passionate devotion. It reduces stress, fosters imagination, protects against nightmares, and boosts self-esteem.
Garnet is an "Enhancer-Strengthener" crystal and is considered the "Stone of Passion": it amplifies desires, emotions, vitality, creativity, boldness, courage, devotion, loyalty, and inspiration for love and passion (Stone of Commitment), while also renewing feelings.
Almandine Garnet is known as a "Stone of Tangible Truth" because its grounding properties aid in manifesting a realistic version of the physical world and maintaining a calm connection to the present moment, thereby alleviating worry, panic, anxiety, fear, and sadness; it boosts vitality, the willpower to attract abundance, and resilience against all things negative (offering psychic protection and a sense of security).
It is also considered a "Stone of Physical (Eternal) Love," strengthening relationships, feelings, compassion, and charity. It is an excellent crystal for fertility, sexual potency, and libido. Chakra: Root, Sacral, Heart. Zodiac: Leo, Virgo, Capricorn, Aquarius. Birthstone: Garnet – January; Almandine – first month of autumn (September in the Northern Hemisphere, March in the Southern Hemisphere).
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Dimensions:
.Organic-style collar necklace, 18k gold-plated = ~0.2 x 14.0 x 12.6 cm.
.Spherical crystal = ~2.3 cm..
