"Garnet, the birthstone for January, signifies eternal friendship and trust and is the perfect gift for a friend. Garnet, derived from the word granatum, means seed, and is called so because of the gemstone's resemblance to a pomegranate seed. References to the gemstone dates back to 3100 B.C., when the Egyptians used garnets as inlays jewelry."
Source: American Gem Society
"The garnet continues to be the protective gem of journeyers. A gift of garnet is thought to be symbolic of love and the desire for a loved one's safe travel and speedy homecoming. It is January's birthstone, but far from being only a winter gem, the garnet, with its brilliance and multitude of colors, is truly one for any season."
Source: about-birthstones.com
We're loving this garnet-themed Polyvore board from a fellow blogger...
Do you own any garnet stones?
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January birthstone Garnet also increases sexual potency. Red garnet supports strong relationships and interest in others. http://www.birthstones.eu/january-birthstone/
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