The Bead Chest Tiny Cylindrical Garnet Beads (3mm)

Garnet gets it name from the Latin word malogranatum which means pomegranate. In ancient times it was believed that Garnet was a great protection stone and would be worn often as an amulet to protect from evil and disasters. In the 1500s in the Czech Republic Garnet cutting techniques were perfected and the use of garnet gems in jewelry designs got more popular than ever. You will receive a full strand of beads measuring approximately 16". Each bead measures between 3 x 3mm with a hole size of approximately 1mm. Available in a variety of sizes. Pay close attention and notice these are premium vintage stock, and not the more recent Chinese production! Please note: a large majority of The Bead Chest products are handmade. Therefore, the tone, brightness, and/or color of the product received may vary from the photo. Additionally, any sizes and/or bead counts mentioned are approximations and may vary up to 10-15% from the stated number.