Garnet Pendants: January Birthstones

A symbolic gemstone that reminds us of the future and of promises made is the Garnet. Not only is the Garnet the official birthstone of January but it has repeatedly represented the start of something new and the end of something old in history.

This thesis with the Garnet is not new. Noah used garnet as a lamp on the bow of his ship as he traveled across a flooded earth. An act that became symptomatic of the end of something old and a pledge of a fresh existence, a new terrain, and a new foundation. Another strong correlation to Noah is the fact that Garnet gemstones can come in just about any color and each color is tied to a different geological region. A definite reminder of the rainbow God presented as a promise to Noah to never wipe out the earth again. For instance, Green garnets can be found in Russia and Africa and oranges from Sri Lanka and Namibia.

However, the garnet first began its voyage into the world of jewelry in 3100 B.C. when Egyptian artists would use the gemstones and handcraft jewelry. As a result, garnet pendants have become superb pieces of jewelry to give as a birthday gift. A great example is the above is Oval Shaped Contemporary Garnet Pendant from Apples of Gold Jewelry. This striking pendant securely holds a 0.60 carat garnet snuggly in 10k yellow gold prongs. Additionally, the pendant almost resembles an upside down heart hanging delicately from an 18 inch Singapore chain.

Another option includes a Heart Shaped Garnet and Diamond Drop Pendant (right) which uses its elegant symmetry and lines to display three .06 carat garnet gems and six .08 carat diamonds spaced perfectly; all hanging from an 18 inch 10K white gold Singapore chain. The exclusivity of this piece of white gold jewelry lays in the amalgamation of garnet gemstones and diamonds which give it a subtle yet magnificently graceful design.

Gemstone pendants can make extraordinary gifts for anyone; especially garnets because they embody much to their admirers, which makes it a faultless gemstone to represent the New Year; as well as our New Year resolutions.

Featured Left: Garnet Heart Clover Pendant in 14k white gold.

Sources: AGTA, Gemstone.org, and Wikipedia

Personalized Pieces for Holiday Shopping

With the holidays just around the corner, it’s time to start shopping for the perfect gift for your loved ones. Instead of battling Black Friday crowds at the mall, pour yourself a hot cup of cocoa, sit down at the computer and take your holiday shopping online. To make your shopping even easier, we have located the perfect personalized jewelry gift for the moms, grandmas, fashionistas, and dog lovers on your list.

For Moms and Grandmas:

Nothing is more important to moms and grandmas than their children, and they love any excuse to talk about their kids and show them off. Consider getting them a personalized gold necklace with the birthstones and names of their children. It’s a gift she can cherish forever, and wearing it will always remind her of her family.

Another great option that’s more subtle is a personalized birthstone ring pendant. Each pendant ring is encrusted with a child’s birthstone, and the necklace allows the wearer to add as many rings as she would like. This is also a great holiday gift for new moms; give her the necklace with the newborn baby’s birthstone ring pendant, and each time she gives birth to a new baby you can gift her the new child’s birthstone ring to add to her necklace. It’s a beautiful and thoughtful gift that she’s sure to treasure.

For the Fashionista in Your Life:

Hammered gold is a trend-forward look this season, and the hammered effect looks especially great on gold rings. Starlets and trendsetters alike have been spotted wearing the rings, which are so versatile they can be used to accessorize any outfit. One can wear them on the most mundane jeans and t-shirt days and even on special nights out with a little black cocktail dress.

Take the gift one step further by getting the inside of the ring engraved with a special phrase, date, quote, or line from a love poem. The words you choose will be her special secret hidden on the inside of the ring.

For the Dog Lover:

We all know someone who dotes on their dog more than their children – or even someone who treats their dogs like children. Get your favorite dog lover a 14k delicate white gold paw print pendant with gemstone of choice and their dog’s name engraved. Either pick a gemstone from the month of their dog’s birth, or choose a simple diamond to adorn the pendant. Dog lovers will cherish wearing their dog’s name close to their heart at all times.