Garnet, was used by Noah to make a lantern; the illumined gems were placed together to help him find way in the deep nights. This bright gem is know to man for eons now. The ancient Egyptian and Roman jewelry displays ample use of Garnets, especially red. It has numerous talismanic powers to ward off evil, protect from disasters and cure depression. Its varied colors and tempting cost makes is a hot cake for all style aficionados. Here are some tips to keep your Garnet Jewelry shining bright.



Garnet is a tough gem measuring 7 to 7.5 on the Mohs scale, thus is does not generally scratch. However, a harsh blow may crack the gem. Generally, one should avoid contact with strong chemicals, oils or creams to retain the luster.

Cleaning

• Never heat the Garnet though you can use ultrasonic; also avoid exposure to extreme temperatures, this may fracture it.

• To clean your Garnet jewelry use some mild detergent diluted in water and clean dry with a soft cloth.

Buyers Tip

• Garnet looks the best when studded in Yellow gold. Wear it in rings, pendants or buy a complete earring necklace set.

• Usually Garnets are reasonably priced. However, certain rare Garnets like the green Tasvorite or the Star Garnet can be expensive.

So shed your worries about price and maintenance. Just wear lots and lots of Garnets to glow at every party.