Those born in January are lucky to have the beautiful and diverse garnet as their birthstone.
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.
