GARNET (faceted)

Named for the seed of the pomegranate, granatum, it is said to be good luck to be given a Garnet but bad luck to steal one. Five hundred years ago it was used to drive off phantoms and demons. Garnet is a powerfully energizing stone that protects you, and is said to warn of approaching danger, but draws harm to enemies. Traditionally used for engagement rings, Garnet inspires love and devotion and removes inhibitions and taboos. Opening the heart, it bestows self-confidence. Red Garnet stimulates controlled rise of kundalini energy. Useful in a crisis, Garnet is helpful in situations where there seems to be no way out or where life has fragmented or is traumatic. It fortifies the survival instinct, bringing courage and hope. Crisis becomes challenge under Garnet’s influence, and it promotes mutual assistance. Dissolving ingrained behavior patterns and outworn ideas that no longer serve, it bypasses resistance or self-induced unconscious sabotage. Garnet activates other crystals, amplifying their effect. Square-cut garnets bring success in business matters.

INFORMATION FROM: The Encyclopedia of Crystals, New Edition by Judy Hall

ORIGIN/ SOURCE: Europe, USA (Arizona and New Mexico), South Africa, Australia

ENERGY: Amplifies

COLORS: Brown, green, ornge-red, red, yellow

HELPS WITH: Amplification of energies, protection, manifestation, transitions, energizing and revitalizing, boostin energy, overcoming trauma, getting rid of limiting ideas and beliefs

WORKS WITH: Garnets of other colors, smoky quartz, clear quartz