Bidspirit auction | Spessartine and Almandine Garnet Pendant

Spessartine and Almandine Garnet Pendant - Garnet Pendant .  This is a delightful and dainty garnet pendant in 14 karat yellow gold that features an approximate 6 mm x 4 mm pear-shaped almandine garnet that is prong-set in a halo of pear-shaped (and on round, faceted) spessartine garnets, approximately 5 mm x 3 mm.  The pendant is approximately 1/2” diameter.  This is a preowned, estate item in excellent condition. Auction Code: S8/1.1-mls #JanuaryBirthstone #2ndWeddingAnniversary #Capricorn #Loyalty #MandarinGarnet #Creativity #Energy #Ability #Optimism #Confidence #Virgo  The word garnet comes from an ancient word meaning ”pomegranate”. The rich, dark color of Bohemian garnets made them prized specimens of cluster jewelry produced in Victorian times. Spessartines were first discovered in Germany. Known for its bright orange coloring, a shade that often resembles a pumpkin. Referred to as Mandarin garnet