Garnet is the STONE OF SUPPORT, it opens the heart to encourage the free expression of one’s love and emotions within. This stone also can aid in past-life recall and expansion of the spiritual mind. Garnet was also commonly found in necklaces worn by Pharaohs in ancient Egypt.
It ENHANCES awareness, courage, intimacy, & self-esteem. It ALLEVIATES depression, insecurity, & negativity.
It balances the Root Chakra, and its Earth Element is Fire. The relevant Zodiac Signs are Capricorn, Aries, & Scorpio, however; all signs will find this stone useful!
Below you will find scientific information for this stone.
GROUP: Nesosilicate
COLOR: Deep Red, Pink, Purple
MOHS HARDNESS: 6.5 – 7.5
FORM/HABIT: Rhombic dodecahedron, Cubic
OCCURS: Metamorphic & Igneous
SOURCES: Sri Lanka, Brazil, Madagascar, Sweden, United States