Garnets some say have a strong connection to Greek mythology, with its reference to Pomegranate that symbolizes its structure and color. This stone’s name is derived from the Greek word “Lite” (which means stone) with all forms of garnet ending with the term Lite, for example Rhodolite, and is another actual connection between garnets and the Greeks. Garnet is famous as the stone for loved ones and estranged lovers. There is a legendary story behind this notion too.
It is believed that according to Greek mythology when Hades took away Persephone along with him to the underworld, Zeus was requested to bring her back by Demeter. Zeus in turn sent Hermes to rescue the fair maiden and he found her beside Hades one day. On seeing him Persephone wanted to be freed from the underworld and readily agreed to go with Hermes. Hades had no choice but to obey his brother’s commands and let her go. Before they parted Hades presented Persephone with a Pomegranate.
He was positive that the sweet taste of the ripened seeds will bring her back to him and indeed it did. Legend has it that for 3 months every year Persephone returned to Hades and this was heralded by the onset of the cold winter months. In today’s world, gifting a pomegranate is synonymous with gifting someone with a set of the shining garnet gemstones as a symbol of their love. Thus garnet has been famous as a great gift for a loved one, estranged lovers and also makes for a great surprise gift for anyone who is traveling. It is said to convey the deepest feeling of the heart.
Available in various hues a garnet is best seen set in gold as a pendant or as a pair of earrings. This precious gemstone has seen its use even as a medicinal remedy to cure yellow fever, nightmares etc. Indian tribes are also believed to ground garnets to form a smooth mass which is used to cure diseases like fever. However, sans the healing powers a garnet makes for a great gift for a loved one.
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