Natural Garnet Decorative Stone

"Garnet is a group of common silicate minerals that occur in many colors, most frequently red, but also green, orange, & pink. Known for its hardness and often a glassy luster, garnet is used as a gemstone & an industrial abrasive. It forms under high pressure & temperature conditions in igneous & metamorphic rocks & can be found in various forms, including individual crystals, pebbles, or as a component of sand" "Gemstone: Garnet is a popular gemstone, with red garnets symbolizing love, passion, and devotion.  Abrasive: Due to its hardness, garnet is also used as an abrasive for cutting and polishing.  January Birthstone: It is the traditional birthstone for January.  Symbolic Meanings: Garnets are often associated with strength, protection, and grounding. "