The Emerald Creek Garnet Area is one of just two locations in the world where Star Garnets are found. The other site is in India. The 12-sided (dodecahedron) crystals range in size.

These deep purple garnets form in dodecahedrons (like a 12-sided die), but it's when they're polished that the "star" comes in as they reflect light with a starred pattern of four or six lines.

The state gem of the ‘Gem State’ is the Star Garnet! Idaho’s semi-precious stone is a rare sight to behold! There are only two places in the entire world where you can mine star garnets. One ...

The Idaho Panhandle National Forests are one of two places to find Star Garnets. People of all ages are encouraged to come and find some precious gems of their own. Skip Navigation.