Garnet - January Birthstone

January Gemstone

As many of you already know, Garnet is the stone par excellence for January. It is an ideal stone for the horoscope signs Capricorn and Aquarius.

Garnet Etymology

The name of the garnet derives from the medieval Latin "granatus" which means "Pomegranate", related to the red color of this fruit.

Characteristics of this Gemstone

This stone has a hardness of between 6.5 and 7.5 on the Mohs scale. The crystals are transparent, translucent and opaque. 38 types of Garnets have different colors, the most common are dark red garnet, purple garnet also known as Rhodolite, passing through yellow, pink, orange and green garnet commonly called Tsavorite.

The Garnet-Tsavorite stone was discovered by Campbell R. Bridges and was named in this way since it was found in the Tsavo National Park in Kenya. The Tsavorite is often confused with the Emerald, due to its intense color, but it is much rarer than the green beryl.

Another variant is the Rhodolite, extracted in Tanzania, Sri Lanka and India that shows a reddish color towards purple tones. The new Raspberry Rhodolite from Tanzania shows an amazing hue and is called “Rhenia de Los Garnetes”. It is the most precious variety of Rhodolite offered on the Gemstone market today.

History of the Garnet

Red Garnet has been a stone mentioned in countless ancient narratives, from Greek mythology to Hebrew or Muslim. In addition to being a stone that has been carved and worked as a precious stone since ancient times. This January Birthstone Garnet Believe from Ancient times that it is a Lucky stone for January Born Peoples. Garnet Pharaohs of ancient Egypt wore red garnet necklaces, while signet rings in ancient Rome. During the 18th and 19th centuries, Garnet was especially loved and coveted as a Gemstone, particularly the garnet from Bohemia (current Czech Republic).

Deposits of this Gemstone

This semi-precious gem is found throughout the world, but the main supply is Africa: particularly from Kenya, Tanzania, Namibia, and Madagascar. However, there are more deposits in India, Sri Lanka and the USA.

Garnet Properties

It is a stone associated with the first chakra - Root Chakra (Muladhara), related to the physical world and our basic needs for survival and existence. For this reason, it favors security and firmness of character, enhances libido and strengthens the intimate and reproductive organs.

It is indicated to cleanse, purify and strengthen the blood, being helpful in cases of anaemia, chemotherapy and infections. In addition, this stone is thought to contain medical characteristics that aid in the healing of wounds.

On a spiritual level, it is a Gemstone that gives balance, love, and peace to couples and families, among its many virtues. It is also considered a lucky stone as it attracts love and success in business. Who's born in January this Gemstone is their Lucky Birthstone.

Garnet Jewelry

We - Gemistone have countless designs with garnet since a large part of our jewelry is personalized and for this reason, we can adjust the design so that it has this precious gem. Garnet Jewelry Pieces are Prove Benefited for that person who’s Birthdays in January. If you want to find more Rings with Different Gemstones on our website, you just have to click on the filters and select the wanted stone.