Garnet is derived from the Latin word "granum" meaning "grain". This refers to the typically rounded shape of garnet that reminds of the seeds of the pomegranate. Garnets have been widely known for thousands of years. Even Noah, it is reported, used a lantern from garnet in order to safely steer his Ark through the darkness of the night. Although the color red is occurs most frequently, there are also garnets showing different shades of green, pale to bright yellow, fiery orange and fine earth and umbra shades. Only blue is the color that is not available in garnet.
A saturated dark red comes first to mind if garnet color is considered. But the color trend is shifting. A demantoid with its emerald green color is today's most valuable garnet. That applies as well for the emerald green tsavorite, now very highly regarded.
The very good hardness of 7 to 7.5 on the Mohs scale explains why these gemstones are so excellent to wear. Garnets are quite sturdy and resistant to everyday wear and tear, and uncomplicated to work into jewelry. Garnets qualify for any cut and come in various shapes and offer an extremely affordable price per carat weight.
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