These are known as Almandine (or almandite) garnets
They are sorted and polished
Many of the specimens also display the beautifuI suture patterns
The small size and color varieties make this gemstone mix a very affordable and excellent option for filling vases
some stones exhibit some quantity of gray to black but mostly they are pink to red
AMETHYST DARK Medium (3/4 to 1") polished stones 1 lb abalone paua shell These are known as AlmandineAMETHYST, Deep Dark Purple from Namibia These beautiful, high quality polished AMETHYST crystals from Namibia are have a rich, deep, dark purple color with areas and banding of lighter purple shades. Amethyst is a form of quartz. Some of the stones have tiny white speckles. Please see the photos. They are wonderful for crafts, as pocket stones, in a collection, or as little gifts of thoughtfulness. SIZE: Medium (18 25mm), most are between 3 4 and 1