January Birthstone Rings

Birthstone gems representing each month are thought to have unique properties and say something about the person who's birthday falls in that month. January's birthstone is garnet. Garnet is usually seen as a light red stone, but it is actually available in several colors. It can be found in a range of colors from green (Uvarovite, Tsavorites) to orange (Spessartites) to pink (Rhodolites).

A garnet is a hard gemstone with beautiful transparent colors. It is truly a beautiful stone and looks incredible in a ring. Depending on size, cut, color, and quality, garnets are available in a wide range of prices. You can purchase loose gemstones to have placed in a ring setting or you can purchase rings that are already assembled. You can also purchase created, man-made garnets. These stones are less expensive than their naturally created cousins. Just be sure that you aren.t purchasing a fake stone, colored glass, or plastic of some type.

Typically, a birthstone ring is made of a single stone. However, it is becoming more popular as an option for engagement rings and sweetheart rings. You could have a single garnet paired with two diamonds to either side to make a beautiful birthstone themed engagement ring. You could also create a beautiful sweetheart ring with both your birthstone and your partner's birthstone. This is a fabulous gift for that special someone in your life.

Birthstone rings don't only need to be given to someone on their birthday. They can be an even more meaningful gift when given on another holiday. It is a more personal way to demonstrate that you are thinking of someone and that you care about them. When you give someone a birthstone ring, tell them about the gemstone and its meaning. Tell them how their birthstone corresponds to their personality. These extra touches will make an already personal gift that much more important. It will become their favorite ring because of its special meaning.