Stone of Courage
Rhodolite’s name is a modern composite of the Greek words rhodon, “rose”, and lithos, “stone”. It’s a member of the Garnet group, and to most dealers and other gem professionals, any predominantly purple garnet is rhodolite.
HARDNESS
7 - 7.5
Treatment
Impregnated with colorless oil, wax and resins.
COLOR
Light to Dark Purplish Red to Reddish Purple.
Features & Traits
Rhodolite’s attractive colour has made it one of the most valuable of gems generally classified as “red” garnet. It has a strong market supply and availability in a wide range of sizes.
