January Birthstone

January Birthstone

JANUARY BIRTHSTONE

Stone meaning : Truth and friendship
garnet

story

Garnet symbolizes vitality, passion, and water.
It is one of the oldest gemstones in history and has been treasured as a talisman against evil.
In ancient Greece and Rome, its color, reminiscent of blood, was used to protect against injury.
Apparently soldiers wore it as a talisman.
Garnet is also the commemorative stone for the 18th wedding anniversary, and represents "unchanging love."
It is said that it is a gift that is filled with meaning.
garnet

Origin of the name

The name garnet comes from the Latin word meaning "seed-like" due to its resemblance to the pomegranate fruit.
It is said that the word is derived from

country of origin

India, Sri Lanka, Russia, Tanzania, USA