Garnet is a stone which relates to the Root Chakra. These Root Chakra Earrings can be worn to enhance the properties of this chakra within you.<\/p>\n
Our Garnet Earrings are made from 4 mm Garnet gem stone beads and are interspaced with handcrafted, fairly traded, fine silver beads. The earring hooks are fine silver<\/p>\n
The earring drop is 4 cm and they weigh a total of 3.2 grams making them very light to wear.<\/p>\n
The Root Chakra relates to our sense of security and being grounded. When we are grounded we worry less so keeping our Root Chakra in check can be beneficial in our overall sense of wellbeing. This chakra is also linked to our survival instinct,\u00a0 money matters and food. Situated at the base of the spine the Root Chakra relates to our physical self. The colour associated with the Root Chakra is Red.<\/p>\n
The stones which are directly linked to the Root Chakra are Smoky Quartz, Garnet, Hematite, Red Jasper and Black Onyx.<\/p>\n
Garnet is often associated as a symbol of friendship and trust. Historically is was believed to offer protection to the wearer and many ancient warriors wore Garnet into battle.<\/p>\n
Throughout history Garnet has been well loved. In Ancient Greece it was treasured for its mystical powers with claims to heal relationships and feuding lovers. Garnet adorned the Pharaohs of ancient Egypt. The Romans inlaid intricate metalwork and jewellery with Garnet.\u00a0In the Middle Ages, red garnet was fashionable among clergymen and nobility.<\/p>\n
Garnet is a stone of commitment, it represents love. Garnet revitalises feelings and enhances sexuality, bringing warmth, devotion, understanding and trust. Red Garnet controls anger, especially toward the self.<\/p>\n
Colour \u2013 Red is the most common and the colour most think of but Garnet can be green, orange and even blue.<\/p>\n