ORE FEATURES
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VOL 6: Issue 6, March 2, 2005
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ORE'S Featured Gemstone: Garnet by Stephanie Pflumm Almost everyone knows about Pryope and Almadine Garnets, the dark red to purplish maroon varieties. However, the Garnet garden is far more colorful than just this one shade. You can find this unique crystal in green, pink, orange, brown, lavender and their many variations. I wanted to take a closer look at this multi-dimensional crystal, here is some of the family history that I was able to dig up. To assist you in navigating the following list, please note that: GROSSULAR includes several Garnet varieties and colors within itself. Grossular Garnets are Aluminum Calcium combinations and includes one of the newest and most desired green gemstones Tsavorite. Tsavorite was discovered (simultaneously) by two different geologists, Campbell Bridges and Peter Morgan in the Tsavo National Park in Kenya Africa in 1968. Tsavorite has had a hard life. The geological forces that shaped this gemstone are also responsible for shattering many of the crystals. Specimens larger than five carats are extremely rare. The coveted greens of Tsavorite come from Vanadium or Chromium inclusions. Miners regularly collect pods they call potatoes (because they look like that vegetable) that contain the gemstone surrounded by a layer of Quartz or Scapolite. While its brilliant color has excited gemologists and jewelers, demand for Tsavorite jewelry has been low. However, this is good for smart consumers. Even though Tsavorite Garnet is rare, the lack of demand keeps the prices well below that of the more plentiful Emerald. An unusual situation in the gem business. Deposits of Tsavorite are available in Tanzania, but the expense of retrieving the tiny crystal has kept mining companies from exploring the area's full potential. Green Garnets like Grossularite, Tsavorite, Demantoid and Uvaroite are exceptional for connecting with Earth's energy. Garnet already shares a strong connection with our Earth Mother, the green varieties are especially tuned this planet's limitless love and boundless blessings for its children. Uvaroite was discovered in Russia's legendary Ural Mountains by Sergei Uvarov. Like its triplet siblings (Green Garnet triplets - Demantoid, Tsavorite and Uvarovite), this Earth daughter is rare. She forms tiny crystals too delicate for anything but the admiration of our eyes and hearts. If you have a weak heart, you may benefit from the company of one of the green Garnets. Transvaal Jade is a trade name for a type of green Grossular Garnet that comes from Pretoria South Africa. Colors will actually range from a gray to a bright green. Grossularite is more of a "catch all" name for green Garnets found throughout the world bonded by the chemical combination of Calcium and Aluminum. Most Grossularites are opaque and have little value to jewelers. Lack of market value does not detract from these crystals' eagerness to assist you in Touching Earth and healing your heart. Combining green and dark purple Garnets creates a powerful energy bond that will greatly enhance your creative work and intentions. This same combination is recommended for healers that use Earth energies in their practice. Hessonite is a Grossular Garnet that resembles the colors of the Sun, glowing from a brilliant yellow to a golden tan. The browner colors in this crystal are occasionally traded under the nickname cinnamon stone. Lighter colored crystals have been referred to as hyacinth or jacinth stones. The most valuable gemstones come from Sri Lanka, it is also available in Brazil, Canada, Madagascar and the US. Use the brilliance of the yellow and golden Garnets to shine a light on your life's true purpose. If you have felt lost, let this crystal's light guide you to a more familiar path. Xalostocite comes from the white Marble mines of Xalostoc, Mexico. This lovely pink Garnet is found within the Marble and a little difficult to mine. The Calcium in each of these Grossular Garnet crystals makes them powerful healing aids. They will allow you to put your whole heart into your healing efforts without draining you of your own vital energies. ANDRADITE is another group (though much smaller and less defined) of Garnets. The first Andradites were found in Brazil by a mineralogist named J. B. D'Andrada. This group of Calcium and Iron crystals are very prismatic (refract light) and when faceted result in a dramatic gemstone. Andradite Garnets often have inclusions of a mineral called Byssolite that create a comet like "imperfection" (aka horsetails) within the crystals. Demantoid Garnets are possibly the most well known member of the Andradite clan. All Andradite Garnets have qualities that are similar to Diamonds (hardness, refraction, brilliance), but this inspiring green Garnet is the one that earned the trade name Demantoid (means diamond like). The rarest of the greens, Demantoids were only mined for about 30 years. First discovered in 1868 in the Ural Mountains of Russia, the only known source today for this gemstone is antique jewelry. A new green Andradite Garnet has been coming out of Namibia, but some experts say they lack much of Demantoid's character and luster. Melanite is an almost black Garnet that is used primarily for industrial applications. This opaque crystal is a powerful aura cleanser and can be used to clear sacred spaces. Melanite's clearing properties are intense enough to wipe out programming in other crystals. It is one stone that I do not recommend mixing with your other crystal tools. Topazolite from the Andradite family is named for its yellows and golden colors (similar to the Hessonite). Most of the gemstones found in Brazilian and Argentinean mines are within this color range and traded under the name Tapazolite. RHODOLITE gemstones are the pinkest of the Garnet crystals, with specimens ranging from bright pink to a raspberry lavender. Rhodolite Garnets are found in Africa, India and Sri Lanka. It is described as a combination of the Iron rich Pyrope and Almadine Garnets, known for their traditional dark maroon color. The actual chemical composition for Rhodolite is Iron and Magnesium with Aluminum. It is one of the rare Garnet gemstones that are found with Rutile inclusions that create a star effect across the surface of the stone. Pink Garnets are wonderful companions for helping you restore your self-confidence. If you are healing from an illness that has left you weak, a rosy Garnet may be just what you need to rebuild your vitality. SPESSARTINE OR SPESSARITE is a clan of Garnets composed of Aluminum and Manganese. These Garnet crystals were first found in Bavaria's Spessart Mountains. Crystals are available in colors ranging from a luscious warm orange to a rootbeer brown that almost glows. Initially Spessarite Garnets were rare. A serious of discoveries that started in Namibia and eventually included Sri Lanka, Madagascar, Australia, Brazil, Myanmar and the US meant this crystal is now more readily available. Malaia, Malayan, Mandarin are different trade names given to orange Spessarite gemstones. Brown Garnet gemstones will assist you in your efforts to heal our Earth Mother. Orange Garnets can guide you through change by keeping your spirit uplifted and your confidence strong. They are beneficial in clearing the Abdomen Chakra, your source of will and determination. This concludes your tour of the colorful Garnet garden. I hope that you have enjoyed the visit as much as I have. This powerful Earth crystal is eager to be your companion and helper on your Life's journey. Pictures of Garnet --+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+-- SUBSCRIBER'S SPECIAL: FREE Small Garnet! Receive an extra small Garnet with any purchase from Ozark Rock Exchange. You can shop on line at https://www.ozarkrockexchange.com/cart You can also place your order by email at stephanie@ozarkrockexchange.com or send your telephone number for a phone appointment. Discount will be taken at the time of purchase. You must be a subscriber as of March 2, 2005 to be eligible for the Subscriber's Special; the Subscriber Special is not valid with other offers (unless otherwise stated). Only one special per subscriber, please. The Subscriber's Special will expire April 5, 2005. Remember you never pay extra for shipping at Ozark Rock Exchange! --+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+-- SKY NOTES Fourth Quarter Moon, Thursday March 3 12:36 pm -+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+-- A Search For Joy SUNBEAM LIFE Sunbeams spill through Let my life be DIVINE DESIRES Enthusiasm Fear SING YOUR SONG Sing your song Sing your song Someone is listening -+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+-- SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: Sweethearts Contest Winner! Congratulations to Chrystal K. and her sweetie they are the winner of the SweetHearts contest at Ozark Rock Exchange. Chrystal nominated her husband as her favorite sweetheart and they both will receive a Love Stone Power Prayer Pouch. Thanks to everyone that shared their heart warming stories. You all are winners! http://www.ozarkrockexchange.com/highlights/events/index.shtml -+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+-- What's Happening At Ozark Rock Exchange? GROSSULAR GARNETS, NEW GEMSTONE POWER STRANDS: plus absolutely gorgeous Geode slices, a special selection of Egg Carvings for Spring, Citrine points and a very unique brown Fluorite cluster with white Celestite formations criss-crossing the front. Check out all these new beauties at: https://www.ozarkrockexchange.com/cart/index.php?cPath=23 ALISA LEVY: Has translated one of my Gemstone Meditations (for Malachite) into Hebrew at her website. Alisa is a librarian and has taught me a great deal about the Kabbala and given me many new insights into my path. I am very grateful to have met this wonderful young woman. You can check out the translations on her website at http://www.bareket57.com/?page=111691653 or view the english version at http://www.geocities.com/bareket57 PICTURES IN THE ARCHIVES: I finally got it done!! There are now links in the archives to pictures for the corresponding gemstones or crystals for every article. At first I tried putting the actual pictures on the pages, until I realized that some stones I have several pictures of (raw, polished, beads, spheres etc), so with the link, you can see every example and it doesn't slow down the pages loading, like extra pictures would. You can check out the updated ORE FEATURES archives at http://www.ozarkrockexchange.com/ore_features/index.shtml SPIRIT, BODY & SOUL EXPO: Will be Saturday and Sunday March 19 and 20 at the Lamplighter Inn North in Springfield, MO. Cyndy Greene will be here to do her wonderful Angel Messages, there will be lots of free lectures, door prizes and more. If you would like a free pass, drop an email to stephanie@ozarkrockexchange.com WHAT'S HAPPENING AT OZARK ROCK EXCHANGE? The answer is at MOBILE ORE STORE Spirit, Body & Soul Expo STONE POWER CIRCLE As a member of the Stone Power Circle, each month you will receive a --+--+--+-- ORE FEATURES by Snail Mail! ORE FEATURES subscriptions are now available via regular mail. If you know someone that would be interested in receiving the newsletter, but is not on line, Ozark Rock Exchange also mails ORE FEATURES. Subscriptions are $4 per month or $44 for the year (this helps me cover printing and postage costs). Mail requests to Ozark Rock Exchange; HCR 69 Box 61; Oldfield, MO 65720. Or you can email stephanie@ozarkrockexchange.com with your request. --+--+--+-- If you have a special announcement for the next issue of ORE FEATURES, -+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+-- ©Copyright 2005, Stephanie Pflumm, All Rights Reserved Worldwide. No portion of this newsletter may be reproduced without the written permission of the editor/founder, Stephanie Pflumm. Please feel free to share with a friend. |
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