Demantoid Garnet is a rare variety of Andradite Garnet that is a transparent green and, in gemstone form, is highly lustrous. It is also called the Star of Garnets because its name means “diamond-like”, alluding to its wonderful brilliance. Demantoid Garnet is the main gem form of Andradite and considered to be one of the most valuable forms of Garnet. Colors range from a yellowish green to brownish green with a yellow tint, to the bright emerald green that is very rare.

Working with the Heart chakra, Demantoid Garnet may help to remove obstacles that may come in the way of love. It is a wonderful crystal for married couples who also work together, to keep the cohesiveness in the relationship. This variety of Garnet is a pledge stone, used to let your partner know that nothing will come between the love you share with each other.

Andradite Physical Healing Energy

Andradite Garnet encourages the formation of blood and energizes the liver. It aids assimilation of calcium, magnesium, and iron within the body and in associated disorders. It improves vitality, mobility, stamina and fitness, and helps with missed menstruation.

Green Andradite may help eyesight , aids recurring colds and bronchial distresses, secondary tumors, and blocked arteries.

Black Andradite strengthens bones and helps the body adjust to medication. It is reported to help treat cancer, strokes, rheumatism, and arthritis.

Andradite Emotional Healing Energy

Andradite Garnet brings emotional strength, stability and balance, promoting self-confidence and self-esteem in those who rely too much on the approval and permission of others.

It dissolves feelings of isolation or alienation and attracts intimate encounters with others.

It can help overcome feelings of victimization, and an important stone for those recovering from addictions or who need protection from suicidal thoughts.

Physical and Metaphysical Properties for

PROPERTIES FOR STONE: Demantoid Garnet

PRIMARY CHAKRA: Heart-Chakra

CRYSTAL SYSTEM: Isometric-Crystal-System

CHEMICAL COMPOSITION: Ca3 Fe3+2Si3O12 - Calcium Iron Silicate

ASTROLOGICAL SIGN: Aquarius-(January-20-to-February-18)

NUMERICAL VIBRATION: Number-6

HARDNESS: 6.5-to-7.5-Hardness

COLOR: Green

LOCATION: Brazil, Namibia, Russia

RARITY: Rare

MINERAL CLASS: Silicates

ISSUES AND AILMENTS (PHYSICAL): Blood-Vessels, Bronchitis, Eye-Disorders-and-Infections, Respiratory-Health, Rheumatism

ISSUES AND AILMENTS (EMOTIONAL): Love, Relationships, Removes-Obstacles, Strength

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