The hessonite or gomedh is a stone that is extensively used in India for astrological purposes. Hessonite can be described as a gem quality specimen of grossularite or grossular garnet. It is a calcium-aluminum silicate belonging to the family of garnets. Most types of grossularite stones are green in color. However, hessonite stands out for its unique honey-yellow or brown-red or ‘cinnamon’ shade.
Hessonite gemstone in Vedic astrology
The hessonite gemstone has always been regarded in high value in the world of Vedic astrology. Just like the other garnets that are used in Vedic astrology, the hessonite or gomedh stone can also be worn by people as the birthstone.It is most suitable for people who are born in January.
Hessonite and its appearance The unique color of hessonite along with the high traces of manganese present in these stones makes it easy for people to distinguish it from the other variants of garnet. When observed under magnification, hessonite shows contorted and undulating portions of lesser transparency that can help in identifying and distinguishing hessonite from the other types of similarly colored gemstones.
Hessonite physical features
Samples of gem quality hessonite stones are translucent to transparent. However, the lower grade samples are usually opaque. The hessonite stones are normally heavily included. Most common impurities found in stones are the honey-colored inclusions. In hessonite stones, the inclusions do not generally detract their value. Once polished, the hessonite stone develops a vitreous or glass-like luster.
Unique benefits of wearing Hessonite Hessonite is known as gomedh or gomedhaka in ancient mythology and the Sanskrit language. Gomedh is also among the nine major planetary gemstones that are mentioned in the Vedic astrology. Hessonite is actually believed to be fingernails of the heavenly deity called Vala, a notable Indian God mentioned in the Vedas.
• Wearing the hessonite can bring success, longevity and good fortune. • For the longest time, garnet has been regarded as a traveler’s stone. It is, therefore, no wonder that numerous courageous adventurers and discoverers have been known to wear the garnet stone for good luck and protection.
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In most cases, these gemstones were believed to serve as powerful talismans that can illuminate the night and get rid of evil spirits.
• Garnet is also said to encourage passion, romance, and love. It is, therefore, no wonder that wearing hessonite gemstone is regarded as extremely beneficial for the body and mind.
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Garnet has been used for removing depression as well as to resolve bad dreams. In terms of physical health, garnets are believed to help in alleviating arthritis, backache, varicose veins, and liver disorders as well as prevent hemorrhages.
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