THE BIRTHSTONE OF JANUARY
GARNET
BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES, MEANINGFUL STONES
Garnet is the birthstone of January and is renowned for its fierce deep red color. It is one of the oldest known stones used for jewelry and decoration. Its name was derived from the Latin word granatus, meaning grain. This rock-forming gemstone is commonly found in solidified and metamorphic rocks.
Garnet is said to be a symbol of love, signifying trust and friendship. Between friends it was often a gift, as a token of protection, to assure they would meet again. This precious stone embodies the energies of passion, creativity and femininity.