Hessonite: characteristics, properties and applications of stone

Hessonite stone is a type of pomegranate. According to astrologers and healers, it has magical properties and helps to change the fate of its owner, brings him good luck in business. Jewelers often use it to create stunning masterpieces. It is distinguished by the ability to change color in the sun, it becomes chocolate when it enters the shade and is golden in the light.

Most people are familiar with garnet, as with a deep red stone. Hessonite is characterized by an unusual combination of shades, the brightness of which depends on many factors. Unlike other minerals, it has a rare property: when correctly selected, interesting overflows of violet, lilac and orange tones appear. He plays attractively in artificial light, eclipsing more expensive jewelry.

Hessonite is a variety of the common grossular mineral. It conveys the entire gamut of shades from light yellow to green, which is why it was called “gooseberry”. Rare species include pink stones - blush and rosolite.

Grossular is mined in deposits located in central Russia, in India, in the highlands of Italy and Germany. In different countries, experts call it the following names:

• eastern hyacinth;
• cinnamon stone;
• olintolite;
• leucogranate;
• Pakistani emerald;
• colophonitis;
• grossularizes.

According to the chemical formula, hessonite is distinguished by the presence of aluminum salts, iron silicate.The percentage of the latter affects the depth of the golden color, the appearance of amber glare. It is characterized by diamond shine after cutting. On the Mohs scale, its density reaches 6.5-7.5 units.

The most unusual and rare species is rosolite or pink-raspberry gomed. In structure after cutting, it resembles pomegranate, but differs in a more delicate shade. Therefore, the stone is more often used for the manufacture of jewelry designed for young girls and creative people, framing art objects.

At the initial extraction, the mineral was taken for a variety of hyacinth for a long time, but during physicochemical analysis, hessonite shows a lower density. Despite the beauty and uniqueness of the shade, its cost even after cutting is low. Jewelers prefer to work with large specimens of at least 2-3 cm. They are used to make massive rings, pendants, and make them the main ones in the jewelry ensemble. Small pebbles become a beautiful addition to fashionable clothes and accessories, church utensils. Among the minuses of using cinnamon stone is a large number of defective crystals. They have a low degree of strength, crumble when cut.

Grossulites are the least strong of the whole pomegranate family, therefore, they are often rejected already in the process of extraction. Impurities of apatite and zirconium predominate in some deposits, which impairs transparency and looks like dark grains or dust. Translated from Latin, the name "hessonite" sounds like "weak", which is associated with the fragility of the mineral. Jewelers prefer to create a rounded shape without many sharp corners. So, golden or pink grossularite looks darker and unique, better absorbs artificial light.

Lithotherapists highly value the healing abilities of hessonite. They are associated with a high iron content in the composition. The metal creates a unique magnetic field that helps to improve the patient's condition in chronic diseases. Some experts attribute healing properties to it for sunny shades: it is believed that it absorbs the rays of the sun and transfers energy to the owner.

In India, hessonites are associated with the activity of the heart chakra, therefore, it is recommended to treat various diseases and pathologies with their help:

• problems with the cardiovascular system;
• meteorological dependence on climate change or weather conditions;
• depressive state with the loss of a loved one;
• recovery of strength after heart surgery.

In the East and in China, a stone with a golden sheen is recommended for people who suffer from thrombosis and hematopoiesis. It is believed that the constant wearing of a pendant with a crystal helps to normalize blood pressure, stimulates blood thinning and improves its composition in case of anemia, thrombophlebitis. He is put on before the operation, which threatens serious blood loss. The healing value of hessonite depends on the method of wearing and processing the stone.

• If you need to get rid of toothache, you need to keep the raw mineral in your fist, put it under the pillow closer to the sick cheek.
• Before giving birth, women should adorn their neck with a pendant made of crystal and silver. Metal enhances healing properties, helps to avoid complications and unnecessary anxiety.
• The decoration with cinnamon is given to weak children. In the East, they believe that it helps to strengthen the immune system, protects against infections, promotes the development of strength and pep.
• With frequent or chronic respiratory diseases, healers recommend wearing golden hessonite around the neck. It will attract the rays of the sun, protecting from ailments and weakness.

In some countries, eastern hyacinth is used to treat skin diseases. When wearing a stone, relief comes with eczema and psoriasis, scars are reduced. Women uses it as a protection against aging.

All shades of hessonite are used only by people with bright thoughts. He is unable to do harm or evil, therefore, it is useless during magic rituals. With constant wear, it protects from the envy and anger of others, prevents the spread of rumors. Therefore, talismans are made from it to attract good luck.

In past centuries, green or dark yellow stone was considered a symbol of wisdom. He gave the owner reasonableness and calmness, helped solve difficult life tasks. This is a great symbol of justice, so it can be worn by lawyers, judges and teachers.

The stone does not help to achieve wealth in an easy way, but it has "magical" qualities:

• develops a flair for trading;
• enhances intuition when concluding a deal;
• helps with scientific work;
• opens up talents and abilities.

When wearing the crystal, the owner easily has new partners and influential patrons, he is appreciated for his excellent reputation. Pink Gomed can be worn by girls of marriageable age - it helps to find a good husband, create a strong family.

Pakistani emeralds perfectly match the energies of Aquarius and Virgo, improve the mood of the melancholy Scorpions. These stones help restrain and dispel negative thoughts, relieve prolonged depression. They emphasize the prudence of people born under the sign of Libra, supporting them in commercial matters.

Astrologers do not prohibit the wearing of hessonite to representatives of other signs. He does not harm his owner, emphasizing his positive qualities and talents. He makes Lviv softer, helps to learn the art of compromise. It is better to use it in the absence of hardness and strength in character: a stone gives a person an iron rod, stimulating the opening of his own business.

See pomegranate varieties below.