Happy birthday to everyone born in January! Your birthstone the garnet is a precious stone that can be found all the way back to 3000 BC. Which is proof of the stones hardness and durability. A garnet is a group of the silicate minerals almandine, pyrope, spessartine, grossular, andradite, Mozambique and uvarovite, so the garnet is a far more diverse gem than its name suggests. Garnet comes in such a broad spectrum of color and luster, although most often associated with a deep transparent red hue. The stone comes in a whole spectrum of colors from black, green or even colorless.
Marco Bicego"Jaipur" 18K Yellow Gold and Rose Cut Cushion Garnet Stackable Ring
While garnets are considered one of the most plentiful stones it can also be very rare. The demantoid garnet is a flawless, clear green garnet is one of the most beautiful and expensive gems in existence. Demantoids are softer than other types of garnets.
Erica Courtney "Huggies" Demantoid Garnet Earrings
Taking care of your garnet you can use warm soapy water and a soft brush. Make sure not to steam clean garnets and as with other stones keep away from harsh temperatures and chemicals.
Looking for a garnet piece to celebrate a birthday, or maybe it is your 2nd wedding anniversary? Stop in to McCaskill and Company jewelry store in Destin, Florida and let us help you find the jewelry you are looking for.
OMI Spessartite Garnet and Diamond Pear Pendant
OMI Tsavorite Garnet and Diamond Three Stone Ring
