Garnet Gemstone Sphere

Garnet Gemstone Sphere from Madagascar

Garnet is a guardian and balancer, keeping us level-headed and composed. It's a cozy companion for the psyche, promoting harmony between the ethereal and material selves. Plus, it's a powerful partner for manifesting; garnet helps you make your dreams reality. It's also known for inviting in abundance and the joy of life's little delights.

• Keywords: Emotional healing, self-worth, strength, security
• Chakras: Base, heart
• Element: Earth
• Birthstone: January
• Zodiac Signs: Leo, Virgo, Capricorn, Aquarius
• Number: Master number 11

Garnet History and Uses:
Garnet crystal derives its name from either of the medieval Latin words Granatum, “pomegranate”, referring to it’s color or granum, the name of a red dye. However Garnet can be found in many colors ranging from dark red to orange, green to brown, pink and black. In ancient times it was referred to as Carbunculus, a reference to glowing embers, Noah’s Ark was said to be lit by a Garnet lantern. It has been used throughout history by emperors, knights, and warriors as a protective talisman and to heal the blood. Hindus and Buddhists consider it a holy stone of enlightenment. It was used as early as 2100 BC by the Sumerians and has been highly regarded worldwide by many ancient cultures including in Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Native North American, Aztec, Mayan, and African tribal cultures.

Garnet Geological Description:
There are five types of garnet – Rhodolite, Almandine, Spessartine, Grossular, Andradite and Uvarovite. Most Garnets are a variety of aluminium silicates. Their hardness varies from 6.5 to 7.5. Garnets are found in India, Afghanistan, Austria, Czech Republic, Mexico, Greenland, Africa, Sri Lanka, Brazil, Madagascar, Sweden and the USA.

Affirmation: When I am in tune with the earth I am safe, secure, complete.