Garnet
Also known as: Stone of Commitment, Stone of Health
Silicate Mineral Group (varies by type)
Garnet is a group of silicate minerals sharing a similar crystal structure but varying in composition and color. Best known in deep red, garnet has been used as jewelry and protective talisman for thousands of years.
Healing Properties
- Ignites passion and vitality
- Grounds and protects
- Activates Root Chakra
- Supports commitment and devotion
Emotional Benefits
- •Revitalizes emotional energy
- •Promotes commitment and faithfulness
- •Inspires healthy passion
Spiritual Benefits
- •Grounds spiritual energy
- •Activates Kundalini energy
- •Strengthens devotion and spiritual commitment
How to Use
Wear for sustained energy and passion, use in Root Chakra work, or carry for protection during travel.
Meditation
Hold at the Root Chakra to ground and activate life force energy.
Placement in Home
Bedroom for passion, or entryway for protection.
Traditional Uses
Used as a protective talisman for travelers in many cultures. Associated with blood and circulation. Not a substitute for medical treatment.
Ethical Sourcing
Generally low concern for common varieties. Verify sourcing for Tsavorite and Demantoid garnets.
Quick Facts
- Mineral Class
- Silicate (Nesosilicate)
- Crystal System
- Isometric
- Chemical Formula
- X₃Y₂(SiO₄)₃ (X and Y vary by type)
- Mohs Hardness
- 6.5–7.5
- Transparency
- Transparent to opaque
- Luster
- Vitreous to resinous
- Planetary
- Mars
- Typical Price
- $5–$200 (rare green garnets far more expensive)
Care Guide
Cleansing
Charging
Associations
Zodiac
Element
Intentions