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Garnet is not a single mineral but a group of silicate minerals, encompassing several species, most famous of which is the deep red Almandine and Pyrope. It is admired for its beautiful vitreous to resinous lustre and its rich colour palette, which spans almost all hues, though red is the most common and historically significant. Its brilliance and hardness make it a classic, durable choice for all types of jewellery, and it has been used as a gemstone since the Bronze Age.

Garnet is known as the "Stone of Health, Passion, and Commitment." It is a highly energising and regenerating stone that revitalises, purifies, and balances energy, bringing serenity or passion as appropriate. It encourages courage, hope, and strength, particularly in difficult situations, providing a constant source of vitality and protection. It is a stone of deep love and commitment, fostering both romantic passion and loyal friendship.

Hardness: 6.5 to 7.5 on the Mohs scale (making it durable for daily wear).

Chakra: Primarily the Root Chakra (for physical vitality and grounding) and the Heart Chakra (for love and passion).

Zodiac Sign: Aquarius, Leo, and Virgo. It is also the traditional birthstone for January.

Benefits: Provides strength, courage, and revitalisation, encourages passion, commitment, and loyal love, balances emotions and dispels negativity, boosts metabolism and physical stamina, and inspires hope and reduces fear.

Source: India, Brazil, USA, Sri Lanka, Madagascar, Australia.

How to use Garnet

Place it in your home: Keep a piece in the bedroom to stimulate passion and commitment within a relationship, or in a work space to encourage productivity and vitality.

Meditate with it: Hold the stone during meditation to quickly ground and revitalise your energy, helping you feel strong, balanced, and ready to face challenges.

Carry it: Keep a piece in your pocket or bag, especially when feeling fatigued, low on confidence, or when you need a boost of courage and perseverance to meet a goal.

Wear it: As jewellery (rings, necklaces, or earrings) for continuous access to its strong, regenerating energy, supporting your overall health and emotional resilience.

Use for energy work: Place the stone on your Root Chakra or areas of the body needing a boost of vital energy to aid in energetic detoxification and physical revitalization.