LP 1795 Faceted Garnets, Vermeil Chain, deals 14K Gold Fill, Garnet Earrings, January Birthstone, Gold Over Sterling Silver, Wedding, Bridal

Dangling from 14k gold filled ear wires are faceted Garnets on vermeil chains. Different lengths create a lot of sparkle.

Length 2 "


Garnet is actually a group name for the silicate minerals almandine, pyrope, spessartine, grossular, andradite, Mozambique and uvarovite, so the garnet is a far more diverse gem than its name suggests. All of these garnet minerals share similar cubic crystal structure and chemical composition. Gem quality garnet occurs in many countries, and beautifully formed deals crystals have been prized for over 5000 years.


Throughout time, there have been many ancient traditions and legends about the garnet. In medieval times, the stones were thought to cure depression, protect against bad dreams, and relieve diseases of the liver, as well as hemorrhages. According to legend, Noah used a finely cut, glowing garnet to illuminate the ark during those dark wet days and nights. Hebrew writers include the garnet as one of the twelve gems in Aaron's breastplate. Christian tradition considered the blood-red garnet as a symbol of Christ's sacrifice. The Koran holds that the garnet illuminates the Fourth Heaven of the Moslems. The Greeks said it guarded children from drowning. It was also thought to be potent against poisons.

With associations with the heart, blood, inner fire, and life force, garnets have long been considered symbols of love. Garnet symbolism also extends to friendship. ... Because of garnet's association with pomegranate seeds, the stone has come to stand for the safe return of a friend or loved one.