There are a number of different types of Garnet but the one that I have written about is Almandine. This is the most common type of tumblestone which is very dark red and opaque. If you have a piece of jewellery with a red transparent/translucent gemstone in it, this may be Almandine or Pyrope Garnet. Garnet is very energising and regenerative, bringing strength and stamina. It is associated with the root chakra where it activates and strengthens our connection to the physica