This is a completely unique sphere, and truly the only one of its kind I've seen.  In Tucson, we met a carver who specializes in spheres of unusual materials.  Hydro-grossular garnet is definitely an unusual material. When he showed me this sphere, my eyes went wide! While many call this beautiful green material Transvaal Jade, technically it is a form of garnet. More specifically it is a chromite and hydro-grossular garnet combination. This provides the beautiful light and green patterns this stone exhibits, while the tan areas seem to be a bit of matrix. This sphere is very heavy for its size owing to the density of the mineral. It has a rich energy that works not only the root chakra, but the heart too. It helps one feel at home within themselves with the ability to accept love and support from those around them. It helps you feel connected to your family as well as your spiritual self. This incredible sphere was polished in the States from material that originated in Gauteng, South Africa.

The sphere measures 2" in diameter and weighs 11oz.

Grossular Garnets are potent manifestation stones for prosperity, financial as well as all other areas of life. It is a loving stone that helps overcome scarcity programming and a lack of self-worth by lovingly revealing the abundance of Mother Earth and the universe. It will help with overcoming fears of financial anxieties. These garnets are wonderful aides in healing root chakra blockages and traumas, helping to open and clear this chakra with loving energy. On a physical level, they help balance cell growth and speed physical healing after physical trauma.