Garnet Properties
Garnet is a powerfully energising and regenerating stone. It cleanses and energises the chakras. It revitalises, purifies and balances energy, bringing serenity or passion as appropriate. Garnet inspires love and devotion. Red garnet, in particular, stimulates the controlled rise of the kundalini energy and aids sexual potency.
The distinctive title Garnet is derived from the Latin name Granatum, a pomegranate, because of the resemblance the granular varieties of Garnet bears to the seeds of that fruit. Garnets vary in size from a grain of sand to the size of an apple.
Garnet is a useful crystal to have in a crisis. It is particularly helpful in situations where there seems to be no way out or where life has fragmented or is traumatic. It fortifies, activates, and strengthens the survival instinct bringing courage and hope into seemingly hopeless situations.
Healing
Garnet regenerates the body. It stimulates the metabolism. Garnet treats spinal and cellular disorders, purifies and re-energises the blood, heart and lungs, and regenerates DNA. It assists the assimilation of minerals and vitamins.
User notes:
"Garnet has been a fantastic stone to use whenever I feel particularly low in energy. I put garnet in my pocket and I receive a boost in energy and willpower."
Scientific Information:
Minerals-
Formula- X3Y2(SiO4)3
Crystal System- Isometric
Mohs Scale- 6.5-7.5
Colour- Red, Pink, Green, Orange, Yellow, Brown, Black
Rarity- Common
Sources- Worldwide
Birthstone Month- January
Zodiac Correspondences- Zodiac
Chakra- Base
SOURCES:
Miller J. 2016 Jewel- A celebration of Earth's Treasures. London: Dorling Kindersley.
Hall J. 2003 The Crystal Bible- A definitive guide to Crystals. Hampshire: Godsfield Press
Mason M. 2008 The Seven Secrets of Crystal Talismans, USA: Llewellyn
Web Sources:
https://www.crystalvaults.com/crystal-encyclopedia/garnet