Garnet is the perfect birthstone for the month of January. Most mid-western and northern states are all painted white and grey this time of year. The snow drifts, the barren trees, the gloomy sky needs a bright, fiery awakening…enter Garnet!
History
Garnet is by no means a new gem discovery. They date back well into the Bronze Age. There are even evidence of garnets with the Egyptians and Romans. The era that lends well for the garnet was the Victorian period. Garnet can be found in lovely brooch, priceless tiaras, and many ornate jewelry keepsakes. Check out some of these beauties:
Garnet inherits its name same from “Garanatus” meaning pomegranate seed. This origin suits the color quite nicely.
Colors
When I think of garnet my mind tends to travel to the rich plum, burgundy shade but garnet actually comes in a few other colors. One of my favorite is known as Tsavorite garnet and it is GREEN! Quite a beauty!
Back to the well-known hue of garnet…
This color of garnet is unmistakable to me. It doesn’t quite have the true red like ruby. It holds a shade all on its own. This vibrant color is stunning in clothing lines along with jewelry. Many celebrities opt for this shade for special, “red” carpet events to make a statement. It complements a wide range of skin tones and is such a gorgeous, rich tone. Check out a few of these beauties:
Garnet Fun Facts
~Garnet occurs in every color except blue
~Garnet is the stone for the Zodiac sign Aquarius
~Garnet may be given as a gem on the 2nd and 6th wedding anniversary
~Garnet is said to aid in blood flow and regulate the heart
~Garnets are not mined underground like a lot of gems. They are found as small pebbles in streams and watery places
~The Crusaders used garnets as protection from wounds and accidents on their journeys
Here is GIA’s write up about garnets if you like a more scientific analysis:
If you are interested in purchasing a garnet keepsake, our store offers several beautiful options that are unique and lovely. Check out a few of these:
Famous January Birthdays: Elvis Presley (1/8), Eli Manning (1/3), Bradley Cooper (1/5), Oprah Winfrey (1/29), Martin Luther King Jr. (1/15), Betty White (1/17), Justin Timberlake (1/31), and Phil Collins (1/30) –just to name a few!!
FOLKLORE FOR THE SEASON
Fog in January brings a wet spring.
A favorable January brings us a good year.
If grass grows in January, it will grow badly the whole year.
A summerish January, a winterish spring.
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