Red Garnet 6mm Round - Large Hole Beads Russian Lace Agate The name "biotite" is used

The name "biotite" is used because these minerals generally cannot be distinguished without optical

most turquoise on the market is stabilized to improve durability

and peridot

It's also porous so it absorbs stains

King Tutankhamun’s death mask was studded with Turquoise

Red Garnet 6mm Round - Large Hole Beads Russian Lace Agate The name "biotite" is usedRed Garnet is the most commonly known type of Garnet, which occurs in many colors. Garnet has been used for adornment and spirituality by myriad cultures and civilizations throughout history, its oldest known use being in Egypt more than five thousand years ago. Garnet is used today not only as an ornamental gem, but also for industrial purposes from watch gears and scientific instruments to sandpaper and other abrasives.