Natural Hessonite Garnet for Sale - All Hessonites in Stock

Hessonite is a major player in the wide and varied garnet family and it is the most historically important and spiritually powerful with its links to Vedic astrology where it is referred to as one of the nine perfect gemstones.

Hessonite Garnet Colors

Hessonite Garnet's nickname is the 'Cinnamon Stone' so you can guess the colors that are usually found in this gemstone - a range from honey-yellow to orange-brown and brown-red.

The color is caused by the presence of manganese during formation and the most desirable color is a bright golden orange although the lighter stones will show off more of a garnet's brilliance.

See our detailed article on Gemstone Colors here

Unique Hessonite Garnet for Your Collection

If you're a gemstone collector who's always on the lookout for rare and unique gemstones, then you'll definitely want to add Hessonite Garnet to your collection. This stunning gemstone features a warm, golden-orange hue that sets it apart from other types of garnet.

Hessonite Garnet is a fantastic option for collectors looking for long-lasting gemstones because of its durability and brilliance. Whether you're just starting your collection or you're an experienced collector looking to add something special, Hessonite Garnet is a must-have gemstone for any gemstone collector. Buy Hessonite Garnet right here in our online store, we have a wonderful selection in stock.

Harness the Power of Hessonite Garnet for Healing and Protection

For centuries, Garnet has been used for its believed healing and protective properties. In spiritual traditions, this gemstone is believed to provide strength and courage, and can help to ward off negative energy and evil spirits.

Hessonite Garnet is also thought to have grounding and calming effect, which can be useful in times of stress and anxiety. Astrologers and spiritual healers often recommend Hessonite Garnet for people born under the zodiac sign 'Aquarius', as it is said to have the personality of 'Friendship, loyalty and trust'. We have some of the best Hessonite Garnet for sale offered online, go ahead and select one today.

Hessonite Garnet Price

The price of a Hessonite Garnet is above all determined by its color - only then do we consider the clarity, cut and carat weight.

The ideal color for a Hessonite Garnet is a bright golden orange with a few honey tones thrown in for good measure. It is very rare to find a Hessonite without any internal flaws and in fact they can add to their charm with distinguishing curves and waves of alternating translucency.

Although Hessonite Garnets can be found in quite large carat weights they do get more and more expensive per carat as the size increases - assuming the color, clarity and cut remain similar in quality.

For such a fine gemstone they still represent good value.

A Hessonite Garnet of around 1 carat in weight will begin at about $10 per carat for an average stone but can rise to $50 per carat for a top quality gemstone.

However, a Hessonite Garnet of above 2 carats with great color and good clarity could easily reach $100 per carat.

For more details please refer to our full Garnet Info page here

Where is Hessonite Garnet found?

The best-known sources of Hessonite Garnet are Sri Lanka, Brazil, India, Canada, Madagascar, Myanmar (Burma), Tanzania and the US.

Most of our Hessonite Garnet for sale comes from Madagascar, they supply quite large pieces in good quality.

What jewelry is Hessonite Garnet suitable for?

Hessonite Garnet gemstones are rated between 6.5 and 7.5 on Mohs hardness scale and are a tough enough to be used in all types of jewelry items.

With higher quality, more expensive Hessonite Garnets it might be a good idea to have protective settings for rings as they are more liable to be damaged. You can buy Hessonite Garnet right here in our online store, we stock some of the finest gemstones for sale.

Birthstones and Anniversaries

Hessonite Garnet is the official birthstone of January and would make a great gift for anyone who has a birthday in that month.

Hessonite Garnet is the traditional gemstone to celebrate the 2nd wedding anniversary. Buy Hessonite Garnet to celebrate this very special anniversary.