The mines of Janakpura and Sarwar are known for the production of Garnet.
The word ‘Garnet’ comes from the Middle English word, garnet, meaning ‘dark red’.
Garnets are a group of silicate minerals that are used as gemstones and abrasives, with similar physical properties and crystal structures. They vary in chemical composition.
Garnets are also known as ‘Raktamani’ and appear in about twenty varieties. Red garnet is the most popular one.
In India, Rajasthan is the chief producer of garnet. It is found in Ajmer, Jaipur, Kishangarh, Tonk, and Udaipur districts.
Warangal, Telangana, Coimbatore, Nilgiri, and some districts in Tamil Nadu also have garnets.
Igneous rocks like granite and basalt have Garnet. It is also found in sedimentary rocks or highly weathered material left behind.
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