Faceted Garnet | China polished Rudist bivalves are an extinct

Rudist bivalves are an extinct marine mollusk that operated as major reef builders in the Late Cretaceous

polished tigers eye beads strung together in a classic round shape

Opaque or cloudy sphalerite tends to be most abundant since iron easily replaces zinc in the process of formation

this transparent crystal is prized for its clarity and gentle color

Faceted Garnet | China polished Rudist bivalves are an extinctThis faceted garnet from China belongs to the garnet group, a family of silicate minerals with the chemical formula XY(SiO) that crystallize in the isometric system. Garnets are well known for their durability, measuring 6. 57. 5 on the Mohs hardness scale, as well as their deep, saturated color. The faceting highlights the natural clarity and richness of the stone while preserving its mineral character. Garnets form in a range of geological