RHODOLITE

Rhodolite  gemstone has an attractive color, and is often very clean being without any flaws and inclusions.   Rhodolite  often comes in purplish tints not present in other red Garnets.

The name Rhodolite is not a scientific term, and this form of Garnet is not recognized as an individual mineral species. Despite this, the term is used and accepted in the gemstone industry.  The origin of the name is from the Greek word, "rhodon", meaning rose, alluding to its color.

 Rhodolite Garnets  are probably the most popular garnet seen in fine jewellery today. Common shades of Rhodolite gemstones include Red,  purplish Red and the popular Raspberry Rhodolite,  a rich red purple with bright Lavender highlights.

Rhodolite garnet is mined in Africa, India, and Sri Lanka. Brazil is producing a dark purplish Rhodolite, sometimes called grape garnet.