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Rarest of the Garnets, Andradite mineral, highly magnetic due to ferric iron found in the mineral. Discovered in the Ural Mountains in Russia in 1868. Refractive Index of a 1.8-1.89. Can be heat treated. They have a distinct clarity characteristic that resembles a horsetail, which is why they are called horsetail inclusions.

Ethically Enchanted is the bi product of re-purposing components of existing (antique and estate) jewelry and re-designing them into more fashionable and wearable pieces. This line is inspired by Dimitria Koumarnetos' passion for re-using and recycling materials. DIY is a love of hers and when she is not working with jewelry, she is re-purposing fabrics for fashion, making beauty products and anything else you can imagine.