Do you have a loved one who was born in January? After holiday gifting, it might be tough to find another perfect present for the birthday girl, but jewelry in her birthstone color is always a great way to celebrate her special day.
The traditional birthstone for the month of January is red garnet, but any piece of jewelry featuring red is a beautiful gift. The color red represents our most intense emotions: love, desire and passion. The color is also perfectly on trend and looks stunning with any outfit.
Garnet can be found in a variety of colors, with the most common being red. The gemstone has been used to create jewelry for thousands of years and, at one point, it was the most widely traded gemstone in the world. If you are shopping for someone who loves to travel, garnet also makes a great gift because it is known as a “Traveler’s Stone.” One of my favorite pieces at Shane Co. right now is this red garnet and diamond pendant crafted in sterling silver. It’s completely unique!
Rubies are also red, though their appearance is very different from red garnets. They have a beautiful fiery color and rank second on the Mohs hardness scale, making them perfect for everyday wear. If you are planning a proposal this month, rubies also make gorgeous accents to an engagement ring.
If you want to personalize her gift, Shane Co. offers the Family Collection featuring customizable rings and pendants you can create with a red stone. Here is an example of a ring from this collection featuring a diamond, garnet and citrine.
Handing her a box with something that sparkles inside is sure to put a smile on her face!
