Garnet is a popular gemstone used in jewellery due to its hardness and durability. There are about 5 varieties of Garnet, which distinguish the colour of each stone. In Australia mostly Pyrope and Aimandine varieties are found; Pyrope, which is blood-red to black and Aimadine, which is brownish-red to black. Other varieties are rarely found in Australia.

Garnet in various forms can be found in many sites throughout Australia, two of the most prolific sites are the "Harts Range" area in the Northern Territory and Fullarton River in Queensland.