Histories and legends
Red garnets almandines belong to the garnet group and are silicates with cubic crystallization. This are the best-known garnets. Almandine is part of the garnet iron cluster. In fact, this red color is due to the presence of iron. Thus, almandine garnet has which can be reddish-brown, reddish-brown brick or violet red.
Garnet stone almandine red is an iron and manganese silicate. aluminum found in rocks metamorphic, volcanic and more rarely in pegmatites.
Nowadays, the almandine red garnet is used for the following purposes gemmological qualities. However, its hardness of 7 to 7.5 on the Mohs scale gives it an additional purpose. Historically, it has been reduced to powder and is used as an abrasive. In fact, this stone is much less rare than sapphire or and is used for engraving agates, rubies ivories and quartz. It is also used to roughen and polish the above-mentioned stones before.
The most beautiful specimens are destined for the jewelry industry, in order to to be faceted or cut. Most of the time, almandines are carved in the shape of a to let the light through. The facet cut is particularly suitable for the most transparent parts, those of a bright red. Also, those of lesser quality to make beads for necklaces or fancy bracelets.
Historically, the garnets have been known for some time. Theophrastus, ancient Greek philosopher (-372 / -287 BC) had discovered them and named "anthrax". Then, Pliny the Elder, Roman naturalist (23-79 after J-C) had called the almandine garnet "carbunculus" means "burning coal" in because of its flamboyant red color.
In 1270, Albert le Great German theologian and philosopher (1193-1280) called this stone "malum granatum" or "grain apple "pomegranate". He gave it this name because this beautiful red color reminiscent of pomegranate seeds.
Red garnet almandin has often been confused with other of minerals such as rubies and spinels. It is its hardness that makes it from these minerals.
Since ancient times, this red mineral has been many uses. In the Bible, garnet almandine served as Noah's lantern for directing his ark in the flood.
The Vikings organized their funeral ceremonies and incorporated red stone to accompany their dead on the way to paradise.
In Rome, in Egypt or in Greece, the red almandine garnet was used to carve sculptures representing faces or animals.
More recently, in Asia, warriors from Pakistan used this mineral to manufacture ammunition replacement of lead bullets. They a more lethal power when they were were fighting against the British.
In France, the making jewelry from garnets, pyropes or is a speciality of the town of Perpignan. The garnets come from the Canigou.
The deposits
The main deposits are located in Pakistan and the United States, Canada, Sri Lanka, etc.
Les benefits of almandine red garnet in lithotherapy
Ses psychological benefits
Red garnet almandin is not recommended for people who too nervous, tense or over-stressed. It does not would only accentuate these character traits. Visit on the other hand, it is ideal for people calm and composed.
Red garnet almandin has the particularity of energizing and stimulate the wearer. It is ideal for those who are hesitant, who can't decide make up your mind. This stone can be used to analyze situations calmly and take the right action decisions. In this way, it fosters commitment on new personal or business projects professionals.
This red mineral is known to absorb negativity by others or by ourselves. It gives you confidence and self-assurance. self. It combats states of sadness intense, brings joy and well-being.
It's a stone transformation. It helps to overcome and learns to be positive. It generates strength and mental balanced. It also facilitates realizing ambitions.
Energy the positive impact of almandine red garnet soothes worries and irrational fears and anxieties. This mineral makes you feel safety and security. It reinforces courage and determination.
Ses physical benefits
Red garnet almandine is a stone of resistance: it provides the willpower for those who decide to get rid of an addiction.
This mineral promotes proper circulation of body fluids. It combats states of intense sadness and restores vitality. It helps you succeed in new physical challenges.
It features invigorating properties that help to reduce physical fatigue.
Garnet rouge almandin and astrological signs associates
Red garnet spreads its beautiful energy to all the natives of the zodiac. However, this mineral is not suitable over-energetic, hypertensive people. It tends to have increased efficiency in the following signs:
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Aries : symbol of action, of enthusiasm and ardor. This sign represents dynamism and boldness. It was born to lead and to command. Wearing a almandine red garnet enables him to make a analysis of situations and to take appropriate decisions. This sign knows to be obeyed, because he makes the good choices. He is often first and looks success. It also ambition. He can easily inflamed by the causes he's been defends. He likes endless discussions. He often says what he thinks and tends to be too direct. Indeed, his outspokenness can sometimes be hurtful. Confronted with failure, it always rises to the challenge difficulties. In love, he is passionate and can quickly fall in love. But his stories don't last long and he soon starts up again a relationship. He hates routine and his relationship will always have to be new. If it is bored, he may leave;
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Taurus:
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Scorpion symbol of death, of the end of the world and mystery. This sign represents the animal desire, sexuality and tyranny. Visit of a red garnet helps it to combat against sexual disorders. This sign can be excessive, violent and possessive. From a psychology, he has a knack for pinpointing his and quickly determine his or her weaknesses. He can be manipulative and abuse his power over those around him. However, he's a natural and loving affectionate. He knows how to show loyalty and sincerity. This sign is often idealistic and likes to champion lost causes. He is a sensitivity and personality complex. Be careful not to hurt him, he'll is capable of revenge. He has aggression and can be very aggressive. violent, especially if he feels attacked. At He's possessive, passionate and jealous. His sex life can be totally unbridled and he's going to experiment a lot. He needs merge with its partner. Over the years, it calms down and can turn into a spouse affectionate and loyal.
Garnet almandine red and the chakras
Red garnet almandin perfectly harmonizes the chakra of the crown, located above the head. It denotes wisdom, love of others and self-knowledge. The balanced coronal chakra allows you to connect with your soul and connects you with all that is divine and spiritual. This spiritual connection brings peace. It allows you to stop focusing on yourself and open up to the outside world. It generates compassion and understanding others.
Maintenance, purifying and recharging red garnet almandin
When you buy an almandine red garnet, you need to purify it and recharge it. Before arriving at your this mineral may have undergone various influences. It may even have lost some of its efficiency. The following operations are required at least once a month in or after a session of lithotherapy.
Have a drink and fill it with spring water. Immerse your stone in this glass for 2 or 3 minutes. hours. Dry with a soft cloth. and expose it to the sun to recharge for a few minutes. 4 hours. You can also purify it with the fumigation technique or the in the ground.
Another method is to place your stone on a amethyst geode or on a quartz cluster for 24 hours.
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