Care & Handling
Wipe with a damp cloth or rinse briefly under cool running water — garnet is generally water-safe
Place in sunlight or on a bed of hematite to restore its fiery vitality.
Durable at Mohs 7-7.5. Generally safe for all uses. Avoid prolonged soaking. Some varieties (demantoid, tsavorite) are rarer and more fragile.
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