January Birthstone - Garnet

The name "garnet" is derived from the latin word "Granatus" which means, "seed like". It was referred to, as seed like because many believed it had the same shape and color of a pomegranate seed. Garnets are found in many different shades, deep red is the most popular colour of the garnet. Garnet brings to those born in January friendship, loyalty and sincerity, and the stone is said to have the power to ensure good health and protect its owner during travel. Anyone who loves what is pure and natural and the warm, sun-bathed colours of late summer will be fired with enthusiasm by the colour spectrum of the garnet. Garnets remain convincing with their natural, unadulterated beauty, the variety of their colours and their tremendous brilliance. Anyone acquiring garnet jewellery can be assured that the joy he or she derives from this beautiful gemstone gift from nature will be long lasting and undimmed.