Spessartite garnets are a variety of garnet belonging to the silicate family. Their name comes from the Spessart region of Germany, where they were first discovered. These precious stones are distinguished by their bright orange to red colour, which is due to the presence of manganese in their composition. Spessartite garnets are prized for their brilliance and transparency, making them particularly prized in jewellery. They are also associated with energetic and spiritual properties, making them popular stones for lithotherapy.