New York State symbols: how something becomes a State symbol: state symbols provide a snapshot of what makes a state special. Each of New York's symbols pays tribute to a species or product of great importance to the state.

New York State Conservationist | October 1, 2007 | Copyright

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New York's state gem, the garnet gets its name from the Latin word for pomegranate, malum granatum, because of the gem's resemblance to red pomegranate seeds. With hard, sharp edges, most garnet is used as an industrial abrasive for waterjet cutting, airblasting, polishing TV glass and to filter drinking water, but occasionally gem-quality stones are found. New York produces more garnet than any other state. Crystals up to three feet long have been found here, though most measure only five inches. Most garnet is red, but it can also be green, ...

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