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.
14 karat yellow gold 8 X 6 mm bezel set Garnet twisted wire rim pierced stud earrings secured with post and friction backs.
This stunning pendant is crafted with 14k yellow gold and features a .49 carat tsavorite green garnet center stone surrounded by twelve round bril...
View full detailsThis 14 karat yellow gold halo ring features a .53 carat natural oval garnet center stone encircled by 16 round brilliant cut, near colorless, SI ...
View full detailsThese 14k yellow gold drop earrings feature two elongated marquise shaped garnets, weighing 3.34 carats total, along with .16 carats of natural di...
View full detailsDelicately crafted in 14k white gold, this exquisite diamond outline, open leaf-shaped pendant features 3 marquise-shaped tsavorite garnets represe...
View full detailsThis 10 karat white gold oval spessartine garnet and diamond pave ring features 81 natural diamonds totaling an estimated .40 carats encircling the...
View full detailsThis stunning Mandarin Garnet (Spessartine) 14 karat white gold and diamond estate ring features a spectacular 1 carat (estimated) vivid orange Tri...
View full detailsThis exquisite 14 karat yellow gold pendant features a vibrant orange, cushion shaped, 2.25 carat, hessonite garnet, elegantly presented in a scrol...
View full detailsThis stylish and practical 5-stone estate ring features natural Spessartine mandarin garnets set in 10 karat yellow gold. Showcased in a flattering...
View full detailsBring a splash of bold color to any look with these lively Spessartine orange garnet 14 karat yellow gold pierced stud earrings. Featuring two natu...
View full detailsThese classic 14kr gold stud earrings feature a 5 mm round natural garnet, surrounded by 17 small round brilliant cut prong set diamonds. Its halo ...
View full detailsThis beautiful 14 karat white gold ring features a unique design with alternating hexagonal and marquise shapes set with sparkling tsavorites and r...
View full detailsThis ring features a band made of 14 karat white gold that has been hand engraved with a unique design. The band is adorned with alternating baguet...
View full details14 karat white gold 2.20 carat total weight, 6 mm natural round rhodolite garnet stud earrings set in double gallery mountings with post and fricti...
View full detailsAn intense orange mandarin garnet is framed by sparkling diamonds set into this 18 karat white gold ring. The center 3.56 carat oval shaped natural...
View full detailsBurgundy garnets are showcased between white gold waves of sparkling diamonds, that flow alongside delicate yellow gold scrolls in this 14 karat go...
View full detailsA vibrant medium green tsavorite garnet is framed by sparkling diamonds in this classic three stone, 14 karat white gold ring. The .50 carat Tsavor...
View full detailsThis spessertine garnet solitaire ring is like a ball of fire from the sun with it's radiance, and vibrant orange color! The round center stone is ...
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 garnets, known as Tsavorit...
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 detailsThe piece of jewelry that goes with everything, this 14 karat yellow gold pendant contains peridot, garnet, citrine, amethyst and blue topaz. The f...
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...
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