Garnet Beads

Our Garnet Beads collection contains a wide variety of natural garnet types that are great for crafting into necklaces or garnet bead bracelets. Garnet has been used as a protective talisman by the people of many different cultures and civilizations throughout human history. During mediaeval times, Garnets were credited with the ability to guard against nightmares, cure depression and relive disorders of the liver. In the Old testament Noah used a garnet to bring light and illumination to the Ark during the time of the flood. In Ancient Greece Garnet was believed to guard against poison and to protect children from drowning. References to the power of Garnet to ward off danger, promote good health and keep travelers safe have been found in many ancient texts.