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If the garnet is a color other than red, then yes. Garnet and ruby also have different crystal systems that can be distinguished by the examination of naturally occurring specimens. Once cut and polished, it would be difficult to distinguish between a red colored garnet and a ruby if both were gem grade.
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FranWhile both ruby and garnet can appear red, there are differences. Rubies are typically a deeper red color due to the presence of chromium, while garnets can vary in color and are often darker. Rubies are also harder than garnets on the Mohs scale, with rubies having a rating of 9 and garnets typically ranging from 6.5 to 7.5.
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Is garnet from Steven universe a fusion?
Garnet is a fusion of ruby and sapphire
Why might it be important for a mineralogist to distingish between a ruby and a garnet?
They are two completely different stones to start with. While there are garnets that have a deep red color it has more of a brown cast to it and, owing to its chemical composition being mainly silicon and oxygen, is softer than ruby. While Garnet is used in jewelry it is a semi-precious stone. Ruby's chemical structure is based on aluminum an oxygen and ranks 9 on Moh's Hardness scale, just under diamond. Ruby is classed as a precious stone and, depending on the quality, may cost as much as diamond. Short answer is, if a mineralogist mistook garnet for ruby or ruby for garnet, and was verifying a sale, he could cause a loss of money on either side.
Is Merilani Mint garnet the same as Tsavorite?
Yes, Merelani Mint garnet and Tsavorite garnet are both green garnets from the same location in Tanzania, but they have slight differences in color tone and hue. Merelani Mint garnet tends to have a slightly lighter, mintier green color compared to the more vivid and intense green of Tsavorite garnet.
What is the Birth stone for January?
Garnet is the birthstone for January. It is believed to bring good health, wealth, and peace to those who wear it.
In double act what is ruby and garnets mum called?
Ruby and Garnet's mum is called Angela.
