Best known as a deep red January birthstone, garnet is actually available in every color of the spectrum but the most popular in their characteristic red color. The garnet stone owes its name to the Latin word Granatum, meaning like a grain. Garnet jewelry is an ideal gift for those with birthdays in January and for the second anniversary of marraige.

Garnets are found in a range of colors, from fiery red to deep yellow or bright green. They are mined in Africa, India, U.S, Brazil and Madagascar. The various stones that come under the garnet family are pyrope, rhodolite, spessartine, andradite, grossular and uvaroite. Garnet jewelry made from demantoid and tsavorite is sought after. Garnets are symbolic of faith and fidelity. This gemstone is said to have healing properties for those suffering from arthritis and lung diseases. Garnet jewelry enjoyed considerable popularity during the Victorian times. Garnet rings, garnet earrings and garnet necklace are popular since these gemstones are reasonably priced.

Garnet is durable and garnet jewelry can be cleaned with a gem cleaner since it is a non-porous gemstone. Garnet jewelry is often paired with pearls or other gemstones to set off the brilliantly hued stones. Here are some tips for keeping the garnet jewelry.

Pour warm water into a basin and test it for temperature by dipping your hand into it. It should be a comfortable temperature. Add mild dishwashing liquid to the water and place the garnet jewelry in the solution. Remove the jewelry from the cleaning solution and clean the stones with a soft cloth or toothbrush. Rinse the jewelry with warm water and pat it dry.

It is fashion jewelry and it can also be a good jewelry gift to give lovers on Valentine's Day and fit to give your bride as a wedding jewelry.