Garnet
Garnet is not actually a single gemstone, but a group of several related minerals. As such it comes in many different varieties, and a whole range of colours. Yellow, green, orange, brown, pink, purple, grey and black are the colours that these varieties display. But the most common gem quality garnet's are red. Of all of the transparent gemstones garnet is the most magnetic due to the high concentrations of iron and /or manganese.
Garnet is also known as the stone of inspiration, and helps to guide one during times of contemplation. Balancing peace and solitude with harmony and activity. It's regarded as sacred stone by Native American Indians who believe in its creative energy.