Garnet is a calcium aluminum silicate and belongs to the Grossular and Andradite type. Green garnets are normally found in countries such as Kenya, Switzerland, and Italy. The hardness of garnet is 6.5-7.5 on the Mohs scale of hardness and has a luster which is normally described as “vitreous.”
Prices for green garnet range between $500.00 to $3,000.00 USD per carat, depending on size, color, and quality.