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Garnet Information



Astrology

Origin
Australia, India

Color
Yellow, Green, Red, Pale pink, Violet-red, Brown, White, Colorless, Blue, pink

Streak
White

For which Rashi?
Aries, Virgo, Capricorn, Leo, Aquarius

Planet
Mars

Element of Planets
-

Energy
-

How to Wear?

Finger
-

Ring Metal
-

Deities
Persephone

Not to wear with
-

Powers
Healing, Protection

Birthstone

Planetary
Scorpio

Talisman
Taurus

Physical Properties

Tenacity
-

Solubility
-

Durability
-

Specific Gravity
3.55-4.33

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven

Cleavage
Indistinct

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5

Chemical Composition
Garnet is a series of several different minerals with unique chemical formulas.

Optical Properties

Luster
Vitreous, Adamantine

Pleochroism
None

Dispersion
0.02 48

Transparency
Transparent, Transparent to translucent

Refractive Index
1.730-1.895

Optic Character
-

Crystal System
Trigonal

Birefringence
-9999

Clarity
Transparent

Benefits

Physical

Neurological
Enhances mental clarity and focus

Cardiovascular
-

Respiratory
Good

Reproductive
Supports reproductive health

Digestive
Supports digestive health

Psychology
Passion

Healing
Physical healing

Qualities Associated
Passion

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Semi Precious Gemstones

Garnet Details

The healing properties and qualities associated with the gemstones may vary with respect to different zodiac signs. In Asian countries, the art of using crystals for therapeutic uses has been documented centuries ago. In this art of crystal healing, Garnet Benefits have been well identified and tested. Some prominent healing properties of this gemstone are Physical healing. However, it should be ensured that before wearing this gemstone, Garnet information and the science related to it should be well-understood.

The belief that Garnet is useful in healing one's physical and mental ailments, is recognized since centuries. Gemologists believe that prominent gem criteria are its radiated energies, the streak and the Talismanic properties. All these factors are highly governed by Physical Properties of Garnet such as cleavage, fracture and specific gravity. Some prominent Garnet details and interesting facts are provided here.

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