So let's start with a wee bit of history about Garnet because we can trace back the use of red Garnet in Jewellery and artefacts for thousands of years.

• Apparently Noah used Garnet and other gemstones to illuminate the Ark according to some biblical texts.
  
• The tombs of the ancient Egyptian Pharaohs revealed Garnet in their necklaces presumably for use in the afterlife.
• In ancient Rome, Garnet rings were carved with the bearer’s mark to stamp the wax that secured important documents.
• By the 1st century AD, red Garnets were among the most widely traded gems.
• We know from the “Staffordshire Hoard” which dates to the 5th or 6th centuries that Garnet was often used to intricately adorn sword hilts and Jewellery.
• By the Middle Ages they were prized by the clergy and nobility and the discovery of the Bohemian Garnet deposits in Europe set off an industry that reached its peak in the late 1800s.

Buy why is it so prized? Here are 12 Good Reasons ...

1. In ancient and medieval times, the symbolism of colour played an important part in the use of particular stones for particular diseases. Red stones tended to be associated with blood, and were thought to be remedies for haemorrhages of all kinds, as well as for treating inflammatory diseases. Garnets were worn to re-energise, to enhance bodily strength and to encourage vitality, and they are still used for those reasons today.

Happy Birthday to the Zodiac sign of Leo!  Do you walk like an Egyptian, love to say Hatshepsut when you sneeze, and love all things Pharoah? We thought you might, and so do we, which is why when we found a range of Egyptian Zodiac Necklaces a few years ago, we decided that we would definitely have to stock them as a totally cool and awesome alternative to the usual Zodiac signs.

The Egyptian dates are different to the traditional Zodiac, so there is some overlap between the signs. Our Anubis Necklace, for example, is mostly for Leo but also overlaps with the early Virgo dates.

Not just a birthstone, Black Tourmaline is also a healing and protecting stone for anyone who feels drawn to it's strong earthy energy.

BLACK TOURMALINE or Schorl is a Shamanic stone that protects during ritual. It grounds energy, increases physical vitality and connects with the base chakra. Tourmaline protects against negative energy, spells & ill-wishing, psychic attack and it disperses tension and stress. It promotes a laid-back positive attitude, balanced with clear and objective thought, and practical creativity. In healing it strengthens the immune system, treats dyslexia, provides pain relief, and can help with arthritis and spinal problems. Tourmaline also defends against electromagnetic emanations (PCs, Mobile/Cell phones etc).

Black Tourmaline is a  Zodiac Birthstone for TAURUS, GEMINI & CAPRICORN - click on any of these Zodiac links to see all of our Tourmaline items.

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TIGERS EYE has long been regarded as a protective stone. It is said to assist you to recognise your needs and the needs of others, and will help with decision-making. It heals emotional issues of self-worth, self-criticism, lack of motivation and blocked creativity. It overcomes negative and addictive behaviours. Tiger’s Eye can alleviate pain, treats eye and throat conditions; and may be beneficial for the reproductive system. It is associated with the Third Eye & Lower Chakras.

In addition, RED TIGERS EYE like most red coloured crystals, can increase drive and motivation in all physical and reproductive areas of the body, and it may be beneficial for the metabolism.

To find all of our Tigers Eye items, please click on any of the Zodiac links below:

All forms of TIGERS EYE are Zodiac Birthstones for TAURUS, GEMINI, LEO, CAPRICORN

LAPIS LAZULI opens the third eye and balances the throat Chakra. It stimulates objectivity, enlightenment and enhances dream work and psychic abilities. It is a serene stone which releases stress and brings a sense of deep peace. Lapis Lazuli is a protective stone that recognises psychic attack, blocks it and returns the energy to its source. It encourages taking charge of Life, revealing inner truth & self-awareness and allows self-expression without holding back or compromising.  Physically, it is said to alleviate pain, particularly headaches, overcomes depression, benefits the respiratory system, throat, lowers blood pressure, bone marrow, thymus and immune system.

LAPIS LAZULI is a Zodiac Birthstone for TAURUS, LIBRA, SAGITTARIUS

To find all of our Lapis items, please click on any of the Zodiac links above.

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