Windsor, California
Windsor, California
Those born in January are lucky to have the beautiful and diverse garnet as their birthstone. Garnets are commonly red but also come in an extraordinary range of beautiful colors, including orange, yellow, purple and vibrant green. There are even garnets that change color from blue to purple in different lighting. Some believe the true value of the garnet birthstone is its power to bring the wearer good health, wealth and happiness.
The name “garnet” originates from the medieval Latin granatus, meaning “pomegranate,” in reference to the similarity of the red color. Garnets have been used since the Bronze Age as gemstones and abrasives. Necklaces studded with red garnets adorned the pharaohs of ancient Egypt. Signet rings in ancient Rome featured garnet intaglios that were used to stamp the wax that secured important documents. The clergy and nobility of the Middle Ages had a preference for red garnets.
Garnet is actually a group of several minerals. Five of these – pyrope, almandine, spessartine, grossular and andradite – are important as gems. Pyrope and almandine range from purple to red. Spessartine is found in exciting oranges and yellows, while andradite is mostly yellow to green (the gem variety demantoid). Grossular may have the widest range, from colorless through yellow to reddish orange and orangy red, as well as a strong vibrant green called tsavorite.
Curious about your garnet birthstone’s reputed health benefits? According to Indian astrology, garnet helps eliminate negative feelings (depression, guilt) and instill greater self-confidence and mental clarity to promote creative thinking and peace of mind. In ancient and medieval times, gems like garnet were also thought to be remedies for inflammatory diseases and to soothe the angry heart.
If Kelly green suits you, then these rare natural green garnet ,6 mm round stud earrings might be your cup of tea! These garnets, known as Tsavorit...
View full detailsIf Kelly green suits you, then these rare natural green garnet, 6 mm round stud earrings might be your cup of tea! These green garnets, known as Ts...
View full detailsA pair of 14 karat yellow gold 4 mm round rhodolite garnet stud earrings. The stones are a medium shade of pinkish red, weigh approximately .70 ca...
View full detailsA pair of 14 karat yellow gold 4 mm round garnet stud earrings. The stones are a medium shade of brownish red, weigh approximately .70 carats tota...
View full detailsA lovely vintage styled 14k yellow gold, elongated oval checkerboard cut red garnet ring with diamond halo. The garnet weighs 2.58 carats and the t...
View full detailsA gorgeous contemporary 14 karat yellow gold, garnet and diamond necklace! The elongated cushion shaped, checkerboard faceted, 1.75 carat garnet is...
View full detailsThis contemporary, but very feminine, 14 karat yellow gold pendant highlights tsavorite, or green garnet, the rarest of the garnet family. The vibr...
View full detailsA spring green 1.04 carat round natural tsavorite garnet is secured in this 14 karat white gold filigree pendant. Chain sold separately.
14 karat white gold 1.26 carat total weight 5 mm round natural Garnet stud earrings with rhodium finish, post and friction back.
14 karat yellow gold 1.26 carat total weight 5 mm round natural Garnet stud earrings with post and friction back.
14 karat white gold 4 mm round natural Rhodolite Garnet stud earrings with rhodium, post and friction back.
14 karat white gold 4 mm round Garnet stud earrings with rhodium finish, post and friction back.
14 karat yellow gold 8 X 6 mm bezel set Garnet twisted wire rim stud earrings secured with post and friction backs.
An oval garnet measuring 7.6 in length X 6.25 mm in width X 4.4 mm in depth for an estimated weight of 1.70 carats highlights this free-form "organ...
View full detailsThis estate three stone ring features a carved square cut citrine bordered on either side by two carved garnets. The three angel intaglios appear t...
View full detailsThis sleek and contemporary estate 14 karat yellow gold band features a center starburst cut citrine bordered on each side by a mixed cut pyrope ga...
View full detailsThis round Tsavorite , which is a fine species of green garnet weighs .25 carats, measures 4.2 mm in diameter and displays a vibrant green color to...
View full detailsThis stylized free form, zig-zag pattern 14 karat yellow gold (assay) estate nugget band style ring features 2 round garnets. The stones measure 4 ...
View full detailsThis classic estate 14 karat white gold ring holds 5 round garnets in a straight line band across the finger. The garnet's measure an average 5 mm ...
View full detailsThis circular shaped 9 karat yellow gold antique estate cluster style ring contains 12 cultured pearls in a circle alternating 2 different size pea...
View full detailsA 10 karat yellow gold ring with a sparkling array of vibrant reddish brown stones set in a butterfly pattern with three larger oval stones flankin...
View full detailsThis very pretty and colorful estate 14 karat yellow gold lightweight tennis style bracelet contains 14 alternating transparent colored gemstones t...
View full detailsWe designed and set this 6.40 carat, 11 x 9 mm, oval natural "zinfandel" red rhodolite garnet. The 14 karat white gold four prong double gallery he...
View full detailsEstate 14 karat yellow gold finely detailed floral design leaf brooch with texture and engraving. The three dimensional brooch has 4 layers of deli...
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