The name garnet (lat. Grain) probably refers to the often granular appearance of the crystals or is related to the similarity to the flowers of the pomegranate tree. The classic garnet is popularly known as the "carbuncle stone", while the red garnet representatives are almandine and pyrope.
The name garnet (lat. Grain) probably refers to the often granular appearance of the crystals or is related to the similarity to the flowers of the pomegranate tree. The classic garnet is popularly known as the "carbuncle stone", while the red garnet representatives are almandine and pyrope.
