Garnet is not only an interesting, but also a mysterious stone. He has many names. At different times, the pomegranate was known as anthrax, venis, carbuncle, worm. It was also called coal and fiery. In ancient Russia, the dark red stone was the most popular. It was this kind of mineral that was considered an exquisite decoration. This review will discuss what a garnet stone is: values, properties, photos and much more.
What is the significance of the mineral?
Gem symbolizes passion, love. It is to express such feelings that one should give jewelry in which there is a pomegranate. These can be earrings, rings and amulets.
There is an opinion that the garnet stone is able to increase its magical and healing properties. But for this it needs to be inherited or given to very close people. But this mineral will not bring anything good to thieves. Stealing it is not recommended unless trouble is needed.
Garnet stone represents not only love, but also friendship. It is not recommended to wearvery young beauties, as it is believed that the mineral causes a very strong passion. Pomegranate is more suitable for ambitious women with a strong character who will be able to resist its powerful energy.
It is believed that the mineral is able to improve mood. Garnet stone can make an optimist out of a person, cheer him up and get rid of diseases associated with the heart and brain.
Varieties
- Hessonite is a yellow garnet gemstone. Very similar to amber.
- Pyrope is the mineral most in line with public opinion about garnet as it has a red color.
- Uvarovite is a rather rare garnet stone, the photo of which is given below. The green gem has a grainy structure.
- Rhodolite is also a rare stone, but has a pink color.
- Andradite. Differs in unclear structure. May be red, brown or dark yellow.
- Almandine. This stone is able to amaze with a huge range of different shades. It can be cherry, raspberry and even purple.
- Grossular resembles a gooseberry. Usually a green mineral.
- Spessartine is a stone that can be reddish, pinkish or brown.
What signs does the stone suit?
The magical properties of the mineral are universal. However, astrologers recommend wearing it to those people whose patron constellation is most combined with the parameters of the pomegranate stone.
- If you were born under the signAquarius, you should not buy pyropes and other red stones. The most suitable mineral in this case is hessonite, grossular or uvarovite. These stones are able to attract the attention of the opposite sex into the life of the owner.
- Who suits the garnet stone according to the sign of the Zodiac? For fish, this mineral will help to avoid infections, normalizes blood pressure. But it is better not to purchase red varieties of stones.
- Grenade Aries will help to become less quick-tempered. In addition, thanks to this stone, it will be possible to cope with some fears.
- Who suits garnet stone? Taurus should not buy it, regardless of color and variety.
- Gemini is advised to exercise extreme caution with the stone. Of course, he will give them confidence. However, passions can also flare up, which will be extremely difficult to cope with.
- This mysterious and beautiful mineral is contraindicated for cancers. Only green stones serve as an exception.
- Grenade is not contraindicated for lions, but it won't do them any good either.
- If you were born under the sign of Virgo and cannot find harmony, purpose in life, then you should definitely get a pomegranate.
- The mineral is also suitable for Libra, as sometimes they just need to calm their nerves and achieve balance.
- Scorpions grenades will allow you to achieve agreement in the sphere of feelings, love. In addition, this mineral is able to develop their leadership qualities.
- Garnet stone will give Sagittarius both mental and physical strength.
- Capricorns sometimes lack confidence inown strength, insight. A pomegranate can give them all this.
What's with the names?
We figured out how the garnet stone is connected with the zodiac sign. However, names must also be taken into account. The mineral is great for those people whose names are Alexandra (only for women), Alla, Anton, Valery, Vasily, Galina, Lyudmila, Maria, Nikita, Tamara.
The magical characteristics of the mysterious mineral
The main magical property of a gem is passion. Garnet stone enhances innermost desires. In some cases, this quality can bring a lot of pleasant bonuses, but it can also harm no less.
According to the ancient magicians, if a person has some kind of secret desire, the mineral will only strengthen it. At the same time, the stone is able to change its brightness depending on the mood of the owner. If it is bad, he becomes pale. When in a good mood, the mineral will glow very brightly.
The stone also has other properties. If a person bought it, or was given it to him, then from the pomegranate he will receive:
- support in all endeavors;
- protection from enemy machinations;
- help achieve goals;
- help in relationships with others and loved ones.
Garnet stone for women is very useful. Unmarried, he will establish a personal life, pregnant women will facilitate childbirth. The military mineral helps to avoid trouble and injury, protects children from the dangers associated with water.
Red mineral is able to strengthen friendlyrelationships, avoid unpleasant moments, unnecessary quarrels. Thanks to the pomegranate, you can forget about bad thoughts and negative feelings. With him, love will be stronger.
Don't expect anything good if the stone has been stolen. The mineral has a negative effect on thieves, weak personalities and lazy people. They will begin to face financial problems, and the emotional state will no longer be stable.
Stone can heal
In ancient times, people knew well that the pomegranate was not only an ornament, but also could cure diseases. Thanks to him, wounds and various injuries healed faster, regardless of the severity. Most often, the mineral was used to stop the blood. It is also able to strengthen the immune system and cleanse the respiratory system.
The healing properties of a pomegranate may differ depending on its color. Red stones help to cope with heart ailments, purify the blood and have a positive effect on the digestive tract.
Transparent minerals help eliminate rashes on the mucosa, contribute to the normal functioning of the digestive system. Green stones have a beneficial effect on the nervous system. Yellow and brown pomegranate helps fight skin diseases, allergies and burns. Regardless of color, the stone improves heart function, blood circulation and strengthens the immune system.
Amulets and charms
Pomegranate mascots have been and continue to be quite popular. For example, before traveling they often took with thema key or pendant containing a pomegranate.
The precious mineral is an amulet that contributed not only to strengthening, but also to winning love. Often, it was for this purpose that the stone was used in numerous legends.
Garnet also gave men courage, courage. Warriors carried it with them, as it was believed that he was able to protect against bullets and wounds. Pomegranate met in shields, helmets, weapons. And the knights of the Crusades always carried it with them in the form of rings.
However, the amulet must be removed periodically. The pomegranate has a strong energy, so wearing it continuously can be harmful.
Jewelry
The garnet gemstone is also popular in the form of jewelry. In ancient times, this mineral could be found in almost every woman of the noble class. Usually the stone was combined with gold, but it also looks good with silver.
How else can the mineral be used?
Garnet is not only an amulet or decoration. It is often used in various industries. For example, in electronics. Also, the mineral is used in some building mixtures. The gem can also be used to make parts for optical instruments.
Cost
The stone is quite beautiful, but it cannot be called expensive. The price will depend not only on the quality, but also on the size. The cost will also be affected by how rare the type of mineral is. The most expensive stone is spessartine. Pyrope, on the other hand, is cheaperkind of pomegranate. Technical quality stones are even cheaper.
How to take care of the stone
- When performing "dirty work" (cleaning, washing dishes, washing), it is not recommended to wear a stone. It must also be removed while taking a shower. Try to avoid contact with cosmetics.
- Periodically it is necessary to make a “s alt bath” for the mineral. Dip the pomegranate in the solution for a while, then rinse it in distilled water and wipe it thoroughly with a dry, soft cloth.
How to distinguish a pomegranate from a fake
- Natural precious mineral is harder than glass. It is enough to swipe it on the glass surface to leave a scratch. Synthetic stones are almost impossible to find on sale, because their production is too expensive.
- Even the highest quality fake will be warmer to the touch than natural stone.
- Natural minerals are characterized by non-uniform color density. To understand whether it is a fake or not, just look at the stone in the sun.
- If you want to buy a rare stone, it is better to consult a specialist.
Garnet is quite a beautiful and strong stone. It can become a wonderful amulet that will bring good luck to its owner. However, for this you need to be able to handle it.
And do not forget that a person with evil thoughts can do a lot of harm.
