Our garnet heart necklace is handmade in sterling silver with a natural garnet gemstone mined in Mozambique. Perfect for a Valentine's Day gift for those that love heart jewelry and natural stones. Adds a sparkling red wine color to brighten up any outfit in a classic pendant style and goes with any occasion. Stones are 8mm in a faceted heart cut and dangle from our sterling silver cable chain that closes with a spring clasp. If you would like free gift wrapping or a special message included with your gift just let us know. About Garnet: The name garnet comes from the Latin word "granatum" meaning pomegranate seed. Garnet is the birthstone for January and the second anniversary stone. Garnets are formed under extreme heat and pressure and are found in igneous and metamorphic rocks. They are composed of silicate and aluminum and come in many varieties and colors, with red being the most popular. They can be found in the US, Madagascar, Africa, Russia, India, Pakistan, and South America. Garnet is referred to as the travelers stone, and in ancient times was used as the friendship gem. Materials: Mozambique garnet 8mm faceted heart cut gemstone 925 sterling silver heart setting and cable chain If you have any questions just click "message seller" on our homepage. Thank you for visiting our jewelry shop, Linda and Joe .