Antique Garnet Rose Cut Brooch by MetroRetroVintage | With it's deep red color, January's birthstone of Garnet is believed to protect travelers, easing their journey and providing them w/a safe and speedy return home. Despite it being the stone of a cold month, Garnet's stunning color is also symbolize of love, friendship, and warmth. |
Garnet is also known to be associated w/several legends, including on where it is said that Noah used Garnet on his Ark to provide light during the storms. Garnet is also associated w/the Greek Myth of Hades and Persephone, where Hades is said to have given Persephone a gift of pomegranate seeds, the color of Garnet, which would ensure her return to him each season during the winter months. | Sterling Marcasite Garnet Ring by PurpleDaisyJewelry |
The Vintage Jewelry Sellers on Etsy (VJSE) team offers a wide range of jewelry in Garnet to celebrate a birthday, your significant other, or loved-ones who may be traveling. | |
Please review our list of Vintage Garnet Jewelry for a wide selection. | Or browse our Garnet Treasuries for some great examples of this fabulous jewelry. |
Vintage Modernist Ring by TheJewelryChain | Vintage Rhinestone Brooch by VictorianSentiments |
Monday, January 10, 2011
Vintage Jewelry in January's Stone - Garnet Red
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