Modern pearl jewelry with garnet, a birthstone of January
Garnet is a birthstone of January
At the beginning of a year, we all reflect on the achievements and failures of the past year. At the same time, we start a new year with optimism and new beginnings. As a result, we set new goals and make fresh, sometimes bold resolutions. And it is said that the beautiful garnet, a birthstone of January, with its intense colors, is a powerful gemstone bringing good health, wealth, and happiness to those wearing it! This symbolism is important, and we enjoy creating modern pearl jewelry with garnet.
Indeed, it is great that the stone of January is garnet. In Montreal, where I live, January is pretty cheerless and melancholic, with cold weather, snow-laden driveways, and dull colors. So, we are longing for warmth and color to cheer us up and gain optimism. Contemporary pearl jewelry with garnets is a fantastic accessory that serves this purpose.
Why do we like garnet's colors?
Although the majority of people do believe that garnet is red, this gemstone may come in a range of intense colors, for instance, yellow and orange, purple, and even green! For instance, tsavorite with its spectacular green color, intense green demantoid, orange spessartite, and pink Malaya garnet also belong to the garnet family.
Of course, these garnets are not as common as red garnets. But they do exist, and jewelry designers often use garnets possessing these rare colors to create modern pearl jewelry that will stand out. However, still, the most well-known color is deep red, like a dark wine, sensationally warm and charging us with energy, which is so vital in cold January!
What is the history of garnets?
In reality, garnets have been known since the Bronze Age, dating back to 3,000 B.C. Garnet is a hard and durable gemstone. Egyptian pharaohs were wearing jewelry studded with gorgeous red garnets. Ancient Greek and Romans praised this gemstone. Along with wearing garnets in necklaces or earrings, they used garnet intaglios in signet rings as a stamp.
And, in the Middle Ages, the clergy and nobility were choosing luxurious jewelry embellished with garnets as well.
What is its origin?
Do you know what the origin of the word “garnet” is? It is supposed to come from a Medieval Latin word “granatus” or “granatum” meaning “seedlike” in reference to a pomegranate. And, indeed, wine-red garnet resembles the dark-red seeds of pomegranate.
Jewelry with garnets as gifts. Why?
Garnet, with its long history and personality, has always been considered a wonderful gift, a gift of love. So, jewelry with garnets is given for January birthdays. Moreover, there is a tradition to give a garnet for the 19th anniversary of marriage. Some give it as a gift for two-year or six-year anniversaries as well.
In addition, pearl jewelry with garnet may be given as a gift on Valentine’s Day, as its symbolism is connected to love and happiness. A nice, memorable gift to show your devotion and enduring affection!
Pearl jewelry with garnets
Personally, I like garnet. It is a beautiful gemstone with intense and rich color. As Jewelry Olga specializes in creating contemporary pearl jewelry, we use freshwater pearls as a basis. So, we frequently pair pearls with different colored gemstones to add color, charm, and uniqueness. Indeed, garnet is one of our favorites. It comes in different colors, and it is possible to find the color or a hue that would make this pearl jewelry modern and unique.
A few small garnet beads will add a fresh look to our contemporary pearl jewelry. Often, this combination of different colors (actually, this is a colorful accent) gives the final touch to the piece of jewelry.
This unique pearl necklace features large white pearls on a golden chain. To finish the look, we pair white pearls with wine-red garnet. Eventually, we get a classic, timeless, and luxurious color combination – white, red, and golden. This pearl necklace is a statement piece, classic with a modern twist.
Would you wear pearl jewelry with garnet?