Garnet Meaning

Garnet is a family of silicate minerals in fiery deep red (almandine), orange (spessartite), and green (tsavorite) varieties. The deep red almandine is most prized — a stone of passionate love, commitment, and regenerative life force.

Emotional

Dissolves emotional disharmony and brings serenity or passion as required. Inspires love and devotion. Balances the sex drive and alleviates emotional dissonance.

Spiritual

Activates and strengthens the survival instinct, bringing courage and hope in seemingly hopeless situations. Sharpens perceptions of self and others. Stimulates the rise of kundalini energy.

Traditionally associated with (body)

Revitalises, purifies, and balances energy. Supports the blood, heart, and lungs. Treats disorders of the spine and bone. Regenerates DNA and boosts metabolism.

Crystal meanings describe traditional and spiritual associations. They are not a substitute for medical or psychological care.

How to use Garnet

  • Passion
  • Love
  • Energy
  • Commitment
  • Manifestation
  • Courage

Cleansing and care

Durable. Safe in sunlight and water. Cleanse in running water. Can charge in sunlight. Avoid ultrasonic cleaning.

Correspondences

How to identify real Garnet

  • Deep red to burgundy, sometimes orange or green
  • Often found as perfect dodecahedral crystals
  • Vitreous glassy lustre, transparent in gem quality
  • Very hard — quartz cannot scratch it
  • Found embedded in metamorphic rock like mica schist

Pairs well with