Garnets are commonly red but also come in a range of colors, including orange, yellow, purple and green. The name “garnet” originates from the Latin granatus, meaning “pomegranate,” in reference to its red color. Garnets are a group of several minerals, including: Pyrope (red), Almandine (red with violet tint), Spessartine (yellow, orange to red brown), Grossular (colorless, yellow, reddish, brown), and Andradite (yellow to green). Garnets come from many different regions and countries. Garnets range between 6.5 and 7.5 on the Mohs Hardness Scale, so they are more susceptible to damage than rubies, sapphires and diamonds. It is used for celebrating the 2nd wedding anniversary.