Garnet is prized for its vibrant colours, rich history, and symbolic energy. Its name, derived from the Latin granatus (“seed”), references the deep red pomegranate seeds. While red garnets are most familiar, they also appear in green, orange, pink, and rare purple shades, each carrying unique energetic qualities.
Discover more about Garnet in our Garnet jewellery collection. You can also explore all other birthstones on our Birthstones by Month page.
Garnet represents vitality, courage, and love. Associated with the base and heart chakras, it strengthens emotional balance, boosts confidence, and inspires new beginnings.
Garnet revitalises energy, encourages love and commitment, and fosters trust in relationships. It cleanses and balances the chakras, promotes courage, and nurtures devotion.
Discover more of Garnet’s healing properties in our Garnet jewellery collection.
Wearing Garnet jewellery or keeping tumbled stones nearby invites positivity, balance, and energy into daily life. Garnet rings, necklaces, bracelets, or earrings can be worn daily to connect with its vibrant and grounding energy.
Garnet is a meaningful gift for January birthdays, 2nd anniversaries, or personal milestones. It encourages confidence, courage, and passion, supporting the wearer in embracing new opportunities and beginnings with vitality.
Protection, vitality, emotional balance, and passion.
Aries, Leo, Virgo, and Aquarius.
Yes, each colour variant has unique energetic qualities and benefits.
Yes, with a Mohs hardness of 6.5–7.5, Garnet is durable and suitable for everyday wear.
Learn more about Garnet as January’s birthstone in our January Birthstone page.
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