Explore the enduring appeal of garnet in this curated collection of historical gemology and crystallography articles. Rich with classic material dating back to the early 1900s and earlier, this volume brings together expertly chosen writings on the origins, structure and physical properties of garnet. Contents include: The Natural History of Gems by C. W. King A Manual of Precious Stones and Antique Gem by Hodder H. Westropp Gem Stones and Their Distinctive Characters by G. F. Herbert Smith Gems and Gem Materials by Edward Henry Kraus Gems and Jewellery Today by Marcus Baerwals Gemstones by G. F. Herbert Practical Gemmology by Robert Webster Questions Answered on Gems and Jewellery by Kathleen Gough Scottish Gem Stones by W. J. McCallien The Story of the Gems by Herbert P. Whitlock Combining scientific insight with historical context, Garnet Gemstones is a fascinating and accessible guide for gemstone lovers, students and anyone curious about what makes garnet such a distinctive and versatile gemstone.