Wonderful stone Garnet - varieties and properties of stone, photo, various stone products

Pomegranate is a gem known since ancient times. Many ancient peoples found placers of certain types of minerals. Because of this, there are many legends about its magical properties. It is often worn by modern women who want to show their sophistication.

History and origin of the pomegranate

In Europe and the Middle East, red garnet was mined (later Pyrope and Altandin). Due to the pomegranate color, and the shape close to the fruits of the pomegranate tree, the modern name of the stone is derived from its pomegranate fruit. This name was coined in 1270 by the alchemist Albert Magnus.

The 17th century was the discovery of the pomegranate as a piece of jewelry.

For a long time, the stone was considered a healing medicine that stopped the blood. It could not be distinguished from spinel, hyacinth and other crystals. But the garnet could always be distinguished from the harder and more deeply colored ruby.

It was then in vogue to wear Czech jewelry, and a large deposit found in this country contributed to the popularity of the pomegranate in the world.

Today, the popularity of the stone does not decrease.Products from this gem are sold in any jewelry store. But the most beautiful specimens are in private collections.

Features of stone mining

Garnets are mined in different geological deposits. Pyrope garnet is found in diamond pipes (in Yakutia and South Africa). Altandin is mined in the world's shale and gneiss deposits. Grossular-like garnets are found in limestone.

In these countries, the largest deposits of pomegranates are found:

• Canada;
• Mexico;
• Brazil;
• USA;
• Finland;
• Sri Lanka;
• Madagascar
• Czech Republic;
• Ukraine;
• Azerbaijan.

In Russia, in addition to the Yakutsk deposit, there are developments of garnets in Karelia and on the Kola Peninsula (Altandina), and the Ural deposit of uvarovite is also known.

Colors and varieties of stone

Great variety of colors and modifications of pomegranate. Let's consider them in more detail.

1. Pyrope. The most common in nature. It has a rich red color, approaching crimson.
2. Altandin. Lighter than pyrope, there are purple and black varieties.
3. Rhodolith. Some consider it a hybrid of altandine and pyrope, but there are experts who attribute it to a separate group. This variety is painted in all shades of pink.
4. Spessartine. The stone is colored in brown, orange, yellow, pink, red. This rare type of pomegranate is found in Germany.
5. Hessonite. It has a brown, honey and yellow color, but purple tones can also be found.
6. Grossular. It is very similar in color to gooseberries (shades range from light green to swamp green). From here came its name: gooseberry in Latin - "grossular".
7. Uvarovite. A fairly rare species that is found in the Urals. It has a bright emerald color.
8. Andradite.This pomegranate is common in Brazil. They are colored red, yellow, green.
9. Melanitis. Very rare, opaque stone. Painted in matte black.
10. Leucogarnet. The second name is white garnet. Its color is transparent. This stone is not found in jewelry, but in industry it is of great importance.

With all the variety of types of minerals, we can certainly make an analysis of whether a particular stone belongs to a garnet only in laboratory conditions.

artificial pomegranate

This variety of pomegranate from the laboratory is used only for industrial needs. Jewelers do not use synthetic garnet because of the high cost of the production method (its cost is equal to the cost of natural stone). And manufacturers use grenades in construction, microelectronics, laser machines and other equipment.

How to distinguish a fake from a natural stone

As mentioned above, the cost of producing synthetic stones is close to the price of natural stone. Therefore, colored glass is often used to fake a stone, or other minerals are given out as garnet. It is difficult for a non-professional to determine the authenticity of a stone. Let's consider several ways.

• Natural stone is electrified like an ebonite stick, and if you rub it with fur, wool or hair, the mineral will attract small objects.
• Synthetic materials and glass have a uniform color, while natural stones color smoothly from one shade to another.
• The size of a natural pomegranate does not exceed the size of a coffee bean. Larger specimens in nature are much rarer, respectively, they are very expensive.
• To distinguish natural stone from glass, it is enough to scratch it with a sharp object. Less hard glass will leave marks.

In the store, some methods are problematic to implement until the decoration is purchased. Therefore, you should refrain from visiting stores with a dubious reputation and suspiciously low prices. In a good store, where every customer is valuable, and there is no doubt about the authenticity of the goods. In case of doubt, you can contact an independent expert jeweler who will determine the authenticity of the jewelry for sure.

Properties of garnet stone

Pomegranate in ancient times was considered a healing and magical gem. Let's take a look at the properties that make pomegranate so popular.

Medicinal properties

Features of pomegranate in lithotherapy (the teaching of alternative medicine about the influence of stones on the human body) are most considered in red stones. According to the rules of sympathetic magic, the red stone is like blood, so it is able to heal the human circulatory system.

The teaching says about the healing properties of pomegranate:

1. stops bleeding, promotes wound healing;
2. fights inflammation, promotes tissue regeneration;
3. equalizes blood pressure;
4. beneficial effect on the heart and blood vessels;
5. relieves headaches, migraines;
6. reduces the painful course of allergies;
7. weakens the course and consequences of skin diseases;
8. helps with diseases of the gastrointestinal tract;
9. gives vigor and vitality to fight illness and stress.

The most powerful types of pomegranate are Pyrope and Altadin. Other colors are also found in lithotherapy. For example, yellow garnet will help with skin problems, green gem heals the nervous system.

To achieve an interesting effect from a garnet, it is very important to combine it correctly with metals and other stones.

Pomegranate in combination with gold is able to prevent lung diseases. Placing the ring on the ring finger of the left hand improves memory. A stone in a silver frame is able to increase the immunity of the owner.

Pomegranate beads help cure lung diseases and headaches. Pendants help with diseases of the gastrointestinal tract. The bracelet is recommended for allergy sufferers.

magical properties

Due to its features of multiplying the power of the owner, for witches, magicians and other owners of magical abilities, the gem is a strong amulet. Even for the crusader knights who fought in a foreign land, rings with grenades helped to overcome the hardships of a camp life. The main condition for a person with such a strong amulet is purposefulness, the struggle for a good cause. If a person's soul is full of evil, then a pomegranate can confuse him in a ball of his own intrigues. It happens that such people find themselves on the verge of a mental disorder that echoes bankruptcy and ruin in life.

Consider the basic magical properties of garnet stone.

• Able to enhance the energy of the owner. The person becomes more alert, less tired;
• Develops intuition to search for hidden enemies, helps to avoid trouble;
• Protects from the dangers associated with the water element;
• Helps to ignite passion. It helps to win the heart of an impregnable lady, and makes girls more desirable and mysterious for men.
• Helps to reveal hidden talents, adding individuality to the most modest person;
• For creative people, it is a source of creative forces, brings inspiration and contributes to the implementation of creative plans.

It should be understood that the stone awakens predatory inclinations in a person. Naturally aggressive people can become too aggressive.

So that the pomegranate amulet does not lose its strength, it is periodically worth leaving it overnight in a container of salt. "White gold" is able to return the mineral to its former strength, drawing out negative energy.

Who is garnet stone suitable for?

Astrologers believe that the red variety of pomegranate corresponds to the fire element. Despite this, it can be useful for many zodiac signs. It is important to know that with a long exposure to a stone on a person's aura, it can do harm.

What signs of the zodiac are suitable for red types of pomegranate?

• The temperament of Scorpio cannot be calmed down with this gem, but it will be possible to direct the energy in the right direction.
• Aquarius will help to concentrate on one thing, will help to find the most important business of the owner's life.
• Sagittarius will make more sensitive to others, save from rash acts.
• Gemini will bring good luck in creativity, direct to the stable adoption of difficult decisions.
• Libra will add more strength, give confidence and determination.
• Virgo will help to find harmony in relationships, help to reveal feelings to the chosen one.
• The best union of the amulet with Capricorn. Thanks to him, Capricorn makes profitable connections, which contributes to career growth.

The gem suits these signs. But there are signs for which the amulet grenade is useless, and for some signs it can harm. For example, Lions, leaders by nature, can become aggressive and short-tempered under the influence of a stone.

Representatives of water signs, Cancers and Pisces, the talisman will constantly move, force them to explore something new, which is fraught with discomfort and can lead to depression.

Grossular is the only stone from the garnet family that can suit absolutely everyone. He is quite peaceful, and weaker than his red counterparts.

pomegranate products

In the jewelry store, we can find a lot of women's jewelry with altandine, as well as pyrope cufflinks for men.

Features of the use of products

Jewelers insert precious mineral into rings, earrings, pendants. The preferred cut is cabochon or brilliant. If the stone is beautiful, its processing is minimal. Also, elements of garnet beads are only polished.

Historically, stones, including garnets, were inserted into luxury items, ranging from vessels and caskets to royal regalia and salaries for the Gospels.

In addition to jewelry, garnets are used in electronics, grinding, and construction. At the same time, synthetic stones are used, or the smallest samples of natural stones.

Product Care

To make the stone always look attractive, it is worth buying jewelry with a garnet only on a sunny day.

If you got the product from the previous owner, you should clean the stone by placing it in running water for a day.

Once the mineral is in your hands, there are easy rules for caring for the stones so that they do not get dirty.

• if dirty, wash the jewel in a mild soapy or saline solution.
• A soft brush works well for cleaning. Can be used with a couple of drops of ammonia.
• To shine, wipe the stone with a soft cloth, avoiding hard sponges and abrasives.
• For storage, it is worth removing the pomegranate away from sharp objects and chemical materials. Store separately from other jewelry, in a separate velvet bag.

We took a closer look at the precious mineral, which is called an exotic fruit, pomegranate. We learned its main properties and features. We learned that a pomegranate, chosen correctly, will become a talisman for many years to come. It will lead the wearer to wealth and happiness if used properly.

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