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almandine

almandine

1 9.9
A deep red or purple garnet used as a gem in jewelry
  • noun
  • /ˈæl.mənˌdiːn/
  • Specialized
translation icon : almendrina
  • The ring features a stunning almandine gemstone.

Examples

  • The jeweler set an almandine in the center of the gold ring.

  • She wore a necklace with almandine stones.

  • A necklace strung with polished almandine beads gleamed under the light.

  • Collectors prize certain shades of almandine for their intense color and clarity.

  • The jeweler showcased a stunning necklace featuring a large almandine garnet.

  • She chose an almandine ring for her engagement because of its deep red color.

  • The vintage brooch sparkled with almandine stones that caught everyone's eye.

Synonyms

garnet
vsalmandine
12 7.7

A hard red or reddish-brown stone used in jewelry and for sanding and cutting

is a single deep red or purple variety rather than the whole mineral group
almandite
vsalmandine
  • Specialized
9.9

A deep red garnet used as a gemstone

focuses on deep red or purple color rather than chemical makeup

Surface Forms

almandine singular
almandines plural

Etymology

Almandine comes from the name of an old town, Alabanda, where this deep red garnet was once found. So almandine is a dark red or purple kind of garnet, and a helpful way to remember it is to think of it as the garnet 'from Alabanda'.