The Hessonite Garnet
The Hessonite Garnet
Metal: 18K Gold
Stone: 2.22ct Hessonite Garnet
Size: 6
Measurements: Approx. 8mm x 13mm
What You Should Know: Custom created by us.
**This ring can be resized.
We are obsessed with this cinnamon sweetheart! Hessonite garnets, which run from honey-yellow to a deep reddish-orange hue, are sometimes known as cinnamon stones. Not only because of their rich autumnal overtones but also because they were first found in Sri Lanka, a place known for growing an abundance of brilliant spices.
Hessonite is a variety of grossularite or grossular garnet, with low transparency and a distinct cubic crystal structure. Hessonite garnets are known as cleansing stones, which can rid the mind of negativity and inaction. They convey courage, strength, and clarity of vision to take on life’s challenges. Hessonites are an important stone in Vedic astrology as they are associated with Rahu, the moon's ascending node. Indian mythology as well features Hessonite—the stone appears as the fingernails of the Indian god, Vala.
It is believed that wearing a Hessonite in excess of 2 carats brings success and good fortune. This 2.24ctw Hessonite garnet has a masterful cut that showcases its gorgeous, saturated color, while letting light shine through in a way that brightens its late fall sunset glow. We set this stone in 14K gold in our signature signet style as a special talisman for babes ready to take on the world.