Birthstone jewellery makes a beautiful gift for any birthday, so we have put together a January birthstone gift guide to help you find the perfect present. There is a birthstone associated with every month of the year, making birthstone jewellery a thoughtful and meaningful gift. The birthstone for January is the garnet. Garnet is a beautiful, deep red stone. The name is derived from the Latin ‘granatum’ which means ‘seed’. This association is made due to the gemstones similarities with the vibrant red seeds of the pomegranate fruit.
The garnet has been a popular gemstone in jewellery for centuries, with evidence that is was commonly worn by the Ancient Egyptians. Several shades of garnet have been discovered and are available to buy, but the deep red tone remains by far the most popular and the hue that is most commonly associated with January birthdays. This gemstone is found in many countries around the globe, meaning that is is fairly affordable. If you are searching for the perfect piece of garnet jewellery to gift to your loved one, keep reading for our January birthstone gift guide.
Our January Birthstone Gift Guide
James Moore TH Silver Garnet Cubic Zirconia Stud Earrings G51062
This pair of dainty stud earrings comes with a very wallet-friendly price tag, making them a perfect gift for someone who is working to a fairly tight budget. The earrings are crafted from silver to create a modern appearance that will pair perfectly with any other jewellery in a collection. The garnets that are set in these earrings are oval cut for a classic and feminine shape. The gemstones are securely held in place using a four claw setting. A small silver loop-shaped detail is set above the gemstone on each stud. This detail is set with sparkling cubic zirconia gemstones to ensure that the earrings catch the light from every angle.
Elements Gold 9ct Yellow Gold Garnet Celtic Style Ring GR467R
This ring is made from 9 carat yellow gold to create a classic and warm toned finish. Yellow gold has become increasingly popular in jewellery in recent years as it evokes a luxurious, almost vintage feel. Many people opt for yellow gold to ensure for timeless jewellery. The ring is designed in a Celtic style using circular shaped crafted from gold to create an eye-catching centrepiece at the top of the ring. An oval cut garnet is set at the centre of the ring in a bezel setting. This means that the deep red gemstone is entirely surrounded by a gold frame, ensuring that its interesting colour stands out. The garnet is beautifully faceted to create sparkle on the finger.
Nomination Composable Classic Stone of Month in Stainless Steel and 9k Rose Gold January Garnet 430508/01
Nomination is a jewellery brand that creates charm bracelets that can be entirely personalised. Each charm is a link that can be added to the bracelet, ensuring that everyone’s model is entirely unique and personal to them. Birthstone charms make a lovely addition to Nomination bracelets for an added touch of personalisation. This charm is crafted from stainless steel for a durable finish. A 9 carat rose gold rectangle is set on this charm. The rose gold part of the charm is engraved with the abbreviation ‘Jan’ and set with a single sparkling garnet gemstone. The combination of the stainless steel, rose gold and vibrant red gemstone ensure that this personal birthstone charm will stand out on any Nomination bracelet.
Fiorelli Gold 9k Rose Gold Rhodolite Garnet Pavé Disc Necklace GN252
This stunning pendant necklace is made from 9 carat rose gold for a high quality and luxurious finish. A delicate rose gold chain will encircle the neck and a disc shaped rose gold pendant hangs from the chain. The entirety of this pendant is set with garnet gemstones in a pavé style. This creates an incredibly eye-catching effect which truly shows off the beauty of the garnet. A rose gold bar is positioned lengthways down the pendant to create a bold centrepiece on the pendant. This necklace is a striking piece of garnet jewellery that has been designed to be utterly luxurious.
James Moore TH 9k Yellow Gold Garnet Drop Earrings ES388GA
These beautiful drop style stud earrings are made from 9 carat yellow gold for a timeless and luxurious finish. A long, gold droplet shape hangs from the stud that secures the earring in the ear. It creates an elegant elongated effect that culminates in a beautiful garnet gemstone. The garnets that are set into these earrings are pear, or droplet, cut for an interesting and modern shape. The vulnerable point of the garnet is protected by the gold drop that is positioned above it, ensuring that the gemstone does not come to any harm. These earrings would look incredibly elegant when paired with any other gold or garnet set jewellery.
What did you think of our January birthstone gift guide? Did any of these garnet jewellery pieces catch your eye? Let us know in the comments below!
