Almandine Garnet
“Come one, come all! this rock shall fly
From its firm base as soon as I!”
Sir Roderick mark’d–and in his eyes
Respect was mingled with surprise,
And the stern joy which warriors feel
In foemen worthy of their steel.
Ahhh, the Warrior’s Stone. Garnet is a wonderful stone for strength. It brings courage and hope while keeping demons at bay. In fact, it is said that a garnet will turn dull in order to warn the wearer of danger. This stone is excellent for wearing in crowds, especially if you are an introvert. Garnet is also a stone of integrity. The old saying holds, “Promises over garnet spoken, never ever can be broken.” Strength, courage, integrity, and warning make this stone a must for taking into any kind of battle. Garnet can also awaken your inner fire, illuminating your passion. After revealing to you your life’s direction, it can be helpful in manifesting your dreams. A gentle grounder, garnet keeps your feet on the earth while feeding your creativity. My Megara wears a garnet ring, which suits her perfectly.
The Magic of Almandine Garnet
General
AKA: The Warrior’s Stone
Chakra: Root
Element: Fire
Planet: Mars
Zodiac:
Sabbat: Yule
To Clean: Full Moon, Sun
Birthstone: January
Spellwork
Strength
Protect
Passion
Loyalty
Travel
Healing
Pain reduction
Wound Healing
Circulation
Blood Clotting
Menstruation
The Science of Almandine Garnet
Geology
Name: Almandine Garnet
Family: Nesosilicate
Mineral: Iron, Aluminium
Formula: Fe2+3Al2Si3O12
Crystallography: Cubic
Primary Location: Sri Lanka
Mohs Hardness: 7
Sacred Story
Dragon’s Blood is closely associated with garnet. Some claimed it was the blood of dragons or elephants who were killed in combat. In reality, it is the dried garnet-red resin of Dracaena species of plant. Like Garnet, dragon’s blood is used to promote fidelity. A promise written in dragon’s blood and sworn over garnet should be unbreakable.