{"product_id":"close-out-heart-garnet-in-biotite-2","title":"Garnet in Biotite Heart - 2.0 inch","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Garnet in Biotite Heart is a polished heart of deep red Garnet crystals set into a dark, near-black biotite mica matrix, the two rounded lobes meeting at a soft point. Each Garnet in Biotite Heart shows a different scatter of embedded Garnet crystals across the dark, softly glinting matrix, and the surface is polished smooth while keeping the natural contrast between the red crystals and their black bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGarnet is traditionally associated with energy and vitality alongside confidence and ambition, long regarded as a stone of drive and vigour. It is commonly carried or kept close as an energising piece, held during moments that call for motivation, or given as a meaningful gift, and a heart is a natural form for a smooth palm stone that also makes a striking display of the red-in-black patterning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs a natural stone, each Garnet in Biotite Heart differs in the size, number and distribution of its Garnet crystals within the matrix, so every piece is one of a kind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Properties\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPrimary Focus: Energy \u0026amp; Vitality\u003cbr\u003e\nSecondary Focus: Confidence \u0026amp; Ambition\u003cbr\u003e\nChakra Association: Root, Heart\u003cbr\u003e\nBirthstone: January\u003cbr\u003e\nZodiac Sign: Aries, Leo\u003cbr\u003e\nChinese Zodiac: Tiger, Dragon\u003cbr\u003e\nRuling Planet: Mars\u003cbr\u003e\nElements: Fire, Earth\u003cbr\u003e\nMohs Hardness: 6.5-7.5 (Garnet crystals); biotite matrix 2.5-3\u003cbr\u003e\nStone Family: Nesosilicate\u003cbr\u003e\nMaterial: Natural Garnet in Biotite Matrix\u003cbr\u003e\nOrigin: South Africa, India, Russia, Brazil, USA, Sri Lanka, Tanzania\u003cbr\u003e\nForm: Heart\u003cbr\u003e\nFinish: Polished\u003cbr\u003e\nApproximate Size: 55 mm (2.1 inches)\u003cbr\u003e\nApproximate Weight: 116-122 g\u003cbr\u003e\nListing: Single unit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeological Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis stone is a natural composite of Garnet crystals grown within a biotite mica matrix. Garnet is not a single mineral but a group of related silicate minerals sharing a cubic crystal structure (Mohs 6.5-7.5), with deep red the most common colour, produced by the stone's chemistry; the name likely derives from the Latin granatus, meaning grain or seed, referencing red garnet's resemblance to pomegranate seeds. The surrounding biotite is a dark mica, a much softer phyllosilicate (Mohs 2.5-3), which forms the near-black bed the Garnet crystals are set into, so the piece combines a hard crystal with a soft matrix. Garnet is one of the oldest continuously used gemstones, found in Egyptian jewellery dating to 3100 BCE and worked extensively in Anglo-Saxon and Viking cloisonné. Principal garnet sources include South Africa, India, Russia, Brazil, the USA, Sri Lanka and Tanzania.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuturaSol Standard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nEach natural stone is selected for its authenticity, geological integrity, and energetic clarity. Natural variations in colour, structure, inclusions, and surface features are inherent to geological materials and contribute to the individuality of each piece. Any known treatments, enhancements, stabilization, or man-made characteristics are clearly disclosed within the product information where applicable. Every piece is inspected and photographed to reflect its true character; however, lighting conditions, screen settings, and natural variation may cause slight differences in appearance. If you have any questions about a piece before completing your purchase, we're always here to help. Where authenticity meets beauty, we tell you exactly what you're holding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWhile the Garnet crystals are hard, the surrounding biotite matrix is soft and micaceous (Mohs 2.5-3) and can flake or scratch. Handle the Garnet in Biotite Heart gently, keep it separate from harder stones and hard surfaces, and avoid knocks and abrasion.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AuturaSol","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46887977615590,"sku":"30108057-AS-C2-G26","price":27.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/7200\/5350\/files\/Image113.png?v=1782469212","url":"https:\/\/auturasol.com\/products\/close-out-heart-garnet-in-biotite-2","provider":"AuturaSol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}