Monday, January 10, 2011

JANUARY BIRTHSTONE, THE GARNET::FOLKLORE & HEALING POWERS




Garnet brings to those born in January friendship, loyalty and sincerity. The gemstone is said to have the power to ensure good health and protect its owner during travels. If you are wearing a piece of garnet jewelry then you are wearing a metaphysically powerful and physically warming stone. According to ancient Egyptians and Greeks, as well as New Age and Crystal healers, the garnet has many of the highest healing qualities. They are known to promote sensuality, passion and fertility. These are the jewels you will want to wear most often with your soul mate and special friends to enhance your feelings of intimacy and kinship. In ancient civilizations garnets were exchanged as gifts between friends to demonstrate their affection for each other and to insure that they meet again. So Don these gorgeous stones to promote healing, strength protection and passion.

IMAGES:: Sea of Rococo Wings Bangle with Diamonds:: 18k white gold beaded gold bangle with diamonds, 0.60tcw. 65mm. $6500

Antique Estate Garnet Ring:: 18k white gold fine and intricate beaded Garnet ring with black and white diamonds. 1 1/4" H x 3/4" W, 0.5 tcw. $3500
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