$850 / item
Opal Tsavorite Garnet Three Stone Ring
By Rose and Choc 1
Located in Wallingford, CT
Cabochon genuine opal with two Tsavorite garnet accents. Customizable ring This pearly white opal symbolize a mother with two child.
Garnet, Opal, Tsavorite, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
$1,498Sale Price|28% Off
Round Garnet and Diamond Ring
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k white gold garnet and diamond ring, containing 1 round garnet of gem quality weighing 2.98cts. and 38 round full cut diamonds weighing .45pts.
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold
Jumbo GUM DROP™ Earrings with Cabochon White Jade and Garnet and Diamonds
By Christina Addison
Located in New York, NY
18kt White Gold Grande "Jumbo Sized" GUM DROP™ Earrings with Cabochon White Jade and Cabochon Garnet and four diamonds ~-.60cts - The biggest of the Collection!
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Jade, Kunzite, Morganite, Onyx, Peridot, Topa...
$150Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra 5.22Ct Natural Garnet & White Zircon Two-Tier Halo Pendant in 925 Silve
Located in New York, NY
The modern two-tier halo design is elegantly outlined with sparkling white zircon accents that trace the open, parallel silver frames to enhance brilliance and depth.
Garnet, Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver
$816Sale Price / item|50% Off
Pear garnet 14k gold open ended ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Pear garnet 14k gold ring. Garnet gold ring. Genuine garnet ring.
Sapphire, Garnet, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Garnet Stud Earrings With Diamonds 2.74 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Garnet: 2.48 Carats Diamond: 0.26 Carats Metal: Sterling Silver Dimensions: 12 x 10 mm
Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Silver, Sterling Silver
$1,200Sale Price|20% Off
Red Garnet Pave Set Gold Bullet Rocket White Pearl Silver 18K Vermeil Necklace
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
Red Garnet Pave Set Gold Bullet Rocket White Pearl Silver 18K Vermeil Necklace *Genuine Red Garnet Gemstones 5.00 CTW * Natural White Pearls * 18K Yellow Gold Vermeil * 18 to 20 Inch...
Garnet, Pearl, Sterling Silver, Vermeil, Silver
$167Sale Price|50% Off
Deep Red Garnet Pendant with White CZ Halo in 925 Sterling Silver Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
This Deep Red Garnet Centerpiece Pendant, 925 sterling silver pendant, showcasing a deep crimson oval garnet at its center. Encircled by a delicate halo of shimmering cubic zirconia,...
Garnet, Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver
GIA Certified Gem Quality Mandarin Garnet Diamond Platinum Earrings
Located in Bal Harbour, FL
Orange is for the brave, the bold, the confident risk taker. Studies correlate this magical color with feelings of increased confidence, happiness and understanding. Buddhist monks...
Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Mandarin Garnet, Platinum
Garnet Stud Earrings With Diamonds 2.74 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Garnet: 2.48 Carats Diamond: 0.26 Carats Metal: Sterling Silver Dimensions: 12 x 10 mm
Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Silver, Sterling Silver
Oval Mandarin Orange Garnet and Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Seattle, WA
Era: Contemporary Metal Type: 14K White Gold Setting Type: Halo Ring Size: 7 Band Width: 2.55mm Main Gem(s): Natural Garnet Main Gem Carat Weight: 4.38ct Main Gem Cut/Shape: Oval Mai...
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, White Gold
Garnet Tennis Bracelet With Diamonds 11 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Garnet: 10.98 Carats Diamond: 0.08 Carats Metal: Sterling Silver Length: 7.25 Inches Custom sizing ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Silver, Sterling Silver
Zorab Creation Spessartite Garnet Triplet Harvest Ring
By Zorab Creation
Located in San Diego, CA
Featuring 3 separate Spessartite Garnet gems, totaling 8.15 carats, and set within a triple split palladium and gold ring piece, as well as being dappled with exquisite 0.37 carats o...
White Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, Palladium, Rhodium
14k Gold White Enamel and Cabochon Garnet Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Era Circa 1890's. 14kt Gold White enamel and cabochon Garnet bangle bracelet.
14k Gold, Enamel
$466Sale Price / item|50% Off
Split Shank oval garnet engagement silver, gold ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Split Shank oval garnet engagement silver, gold ring. Vintage Style Oval garnet Ring.
Garnet, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Garnet Stud Earrings With Diamonds 2.74 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Garnet: 2.48 Carats Diamond: 0.26 Carats Metal: Sterling Silver Dimensions: 12 x 10 mm
Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Silver, Sterling Silver
Oval Shape Red Garnet White Diamond Halo Set Gemstones Floral 14K Rose Gold Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
A striking multi-stone ring. This exquisite piece features a rich rose gold band adorned with a stunning array of gemstones. The centerpiece is a large, deep red oval garnet, securel...
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Rose Gold
9K Gold Natural Garnet Vintage Style Filigree Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
At its center lies an emerald cut deep red garnet, glowing with rich, romantic warmth that symbolizes passion and strength.
Garnet, Gold, 9k Gold, White Gold
18k White Gold Tsavorite Garnet, Kunzite & Diamond Ring, Size 7 - 16.0g
Located in Providence, RI
Surrounding the kunzite are multiple rows of vivid green tsavorite garnets, pavé-set to enhance texture and depth. The richly polished white gold band complements the cool tones of t...
18k Gold, White Gold
$513Sale Price / item|44% Off
Oval Bezel Garnet Ring for Men silver, gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Signet Ring with Garnet for Men silver, gold. Oval Solitaire Ring.
Garnet, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$238,500 / set
Demantoid Garnet Earrings by Raymond Yard, 8.80 Carats
By Raymond C. Yard
Located in New Orleans, LA
The demantoid garnet is among the rarest varieties of this coveted gemstone, and the examples in these earrings display a particularly vivid, luminous green hue.
White Diamond, Garnet, Platinum
Modern White and Tahiti Pearl Diamond Garnet Emerald Designer 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Give the gift of a lifetime with nature's most precious jewel. The pearls seem inseparable from the woman herself— perfectly suited for the lifestyle of luxury, beauty, and grace tha...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Emerald, Garnet, 18k Gold, Gold
$513Sale Price / item|44% Off
Signet Ring with Garnet for Men silver, gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Signet Ring with Garnet for Men silver, gold. Square Solitaire Ring.
Garnet, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$962Sale Price / item|44% Off
14kt solid gold ring with round garnets
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 kt solid gold ring with round garnets. Shell flower gold ring. Bird on branch ring.
Pearl, Garnet, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
$962Sale Price / item|44% Off
14kt solid gold ring with round garnets
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 kt solid gold ring with round garnets. Shell flower gold ring. Bird on branch ring.
Pearl, Garnet, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
14K White Gold Diamond, Amethyst, Pink Topaz & Rhodolite Garnet Necklace #19032
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K White Gold Diamond, Amethyst, Pink Topaz & Rhodolite Garnet Necklace This stunning necklace features a 14K white gold chain paired with a gorgeous pendant decorated with one he...
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1,125Sale Price / item|50% Off
Gorgeous Oval Cut Deep Red Garnet and White CZ Halo Link Bracelet for Women
Located in New York, NY
Featuring seven richly saturated, oval-cut garnet-hued stones, each surrounded by a halo of shimmering white accent gems, this piece evokes vintage glamour with a contemporary edge.
Garnet, Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver
Pink Kunzite Blue Sapphire Green Garnet & Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 16"/18" Color: 18K White Gold Materials: "110 Blue Sapphire 0.98 CT 33 White Diamonds 0.29 CT 116 Green Garnet 0.93 CT 1 MXKU 10.97 CT 18KW 12.02 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & P...
Diamond, Kunzite, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Kai Nora 5.20ctw Heart Garnet Eternity Ring
Located in Newport Beach, CA
A line of heart-shaped natural garnets forms this eternity ring, each stone carefully set to create a rich, uninterrupted flow of deep red across the band. The heart cut introduces a...
Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Demantoid Garnet and Diamond Buckle Brooch
Located in London, GB
This antique piece has been crafted from 18ct yellow gold into the shape of a belt buckle with a geometric design that features perfectly matched vibrant green demantoid garnets alon...
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Retro White Gold Biwa Pearl Dangle Earrings with Garnet, USA, 4.3g
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Each earring is adorned with silver Biwa pearls, two 4mm round white gold ball beads, two free-form garnet beads, and a cylindrical dyed black Baroque pearl.
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Kai Renaissance 1.86ctw Garnet & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Rich, bold, and full of character, the Kai Renaissance Garnet Diamond Cocktail Ring is a true standout. At its center, a deep red emerald-cut garnet catches the light, framed by roun...
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Finest Mandarin Garnet Diamond Gold Platinum Ring
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Platinum and 18KT custom designed Mandarin Garnet Ring, features finest quality mandarin garnet. The center stone is 13.20 carats Oval shaped Mandarin Garnet, the highest color and ...
Garnet, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Gold
Mandarin Garnet Fancy-Colored Diamond Two-Tone Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
It is accented by 0.52 carats of fancy yellow and colorless diamonds set around the garnet and down the sides of the ring. Made in 14k white and yellow gold for an added design.
Diamond, Garnet, Mandarin Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Louis Feraud Aquamarine, Amethyst and Garnet Cluster Ring
By Louis Feraud
Located in Honolulu, HI
French Designer Louis Feraud Aquamarine, Amethyst and Garnet Ring in 18k white gold. This beautifully designed ring features a gorgeous cluster of gemstones different shapes and colo...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Garnet, 18k Gold, White Gold
$513Sale Price / item|44% Off
Bezel Set Oval Garnet Wide Matte Band silver, gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Bezel Set Oval Garnet Wide Matte Band ring silver, gold. Oval Solitaire Ring.
Garnet, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Greek 18K White Gold Diamond Pink Tourmaline Yellow Garnet Pearl Drop Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
Greek-made drop earrings featuring intricate woven floral motif in 18K white gold with micro-pave diamonds, pink tourmalines, yellow garnets, and South Sea pearl drops.
Diamond, Pearl, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
10ct Natural Sapphire Emerald Green Garnet Diamond Tennis Bracelet 14kt *v
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
Natural Multi color Gem Line Bracelet 10ct Emerald, Green Garnet, multi-color Sapphires (Orange, Yellow, Blue, Red-Orange) Oval cuts, Clean Clarity. 5 x 4mm average each 1.50ct ...
Garnet, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, White Gold
Tsavorite Garnet Ring with Natural Diamonds Accents: Solid 14k White Gold, 4.5mm
Located in Columbus, OH
Crafted in 14k solid white gold, this elegant ring features a vivid round tsavorite garnet at its center, accented by sparkling natural diamonds.
Diamond, Tsavorite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
15.14 Carat Spessartine Garnet Diamond Rose Gold Cocktail Ring
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
15.14 Carat Spessartine Garnet Diamond Rose Gold Cocktail Ring This breath taking ring has a 14.05 Carat Oval Cabochon Cut Spessartine Garnet. Spessartines are natural gemstones fou...
Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold
6.14 Carat Cushion Cut Tsavorite Garnet Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Trumbull, CT
A 6.14-carat cushion-cut tsavorite garnet, gloriously accented with 3.52 carats of white diamonds.
Diamond, Garnet, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tsavorite Garnet with Natural Diamonds Accents: Solid 14K White Gold, Round 5mm
Located in Columbus, OH
Crafted in 14k solid white gold, this elegant piece exudes timeless luxury and vibrant sophistication.
Diamond, Tsavorite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 7.63 Carat Red Tanzanian Cabochon Garnet Dome Ring
Located in Denver, CO
Set in 18K yellow gold with white gold leaf accents.
Garnet, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Spectacular Peridot Garnet and Diamond Set Gold Necklace
Located in Litchfield, CT
Using superb color, brilliant white diamonds, and a striking design, the goldsmith wrote his music into this necklace.
White Diamond, Garnet, Peridot, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$962Sale Price / item|44% Off
Bird on branch 14k gold ring with garnets
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 kt solid gold ring with round garnets. Shell flower gold ring. Bird on branch ring.
Pearl, Garnet, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Sunita Nahata Red Garnet 16.10ct. Earrings in 14KWG with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Red Garnet Earrings in 14Karat White Gold with White Diamond.
Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 8.53 Carat Spessartine Garnet & Triangle Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
This GIA-certified 8.53 carat oval natural spessartine garnet pendant displays a vivid orangy-red transparent color and is set in an 18K yellow gold prong basket, topped by a hexagon...
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Gorgeous 6.74-Carat Spessartite Garnet Gemstone – Tamir By Merkaba Jewelry
By Tamir
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vibrant Spessartite Garnet is offered loose and unmounted, showcasing a fiery orange hue with exceptional brilliance. The oval cut highlights strong color saturation and lively ...
Garnet, Mandarin Garnet, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, P...
Tsavorite Garnet and Diamonds natural gemstone Ring, 14 Karat White Gold, 7US
By GRALJEWELRY
Located in Dublin, D
Natural 1.30Ct Tsavorite and Diamonds gemstone 14 Karat White Gold Ring Laboratory full certificate for the ring GFCO certificate for stone Main Stone: Tsavorite Garnet Main Stone C...
Diamond, Tsavorite, 14k Gold, White Gold
10.90 Carat Natural Hessonite Garnet Diamonds Ring 14 Karat Double Halo*
Located in New York, NY
Natural Red Hessonite garnet Ring 14.1 x 11.2mm Full cut oval brilliant Clean Clarity & Transparent Vivid Orange Red 1.45ct.
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, White Gold
13.12CT Natural Spessartite Garnet Diamonds Ring Vivid Red 14KT Rope Twist*
Located in New York, NY
Spessartite rope twist double shank. 12.52ct. Natural spessartite garnet Ring 13.0mm diameter Full cut round brilliant Clean Clarity & Transparent Vivid Deep pomogranate Re...
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, White Gold
Rhodolite Garnet Pendant With Diamonds 3.26 Carats 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Rhodolite Garnet: 2.98 Carats Diamond: 0.28 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Dimensions: 23 x 12 mm
Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Rhodolite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rhodolite Garnet Pendant With Diamonds 3.26 Carats 14K Rose Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Rhodolite Garnet: 2.98 Carats Diamond: 0.28 Carats Metal: 14K Rose Gold Dimensions: 23 x 12 mm
Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Rhodolite, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
French Art Deco Style Tsavorite Garnet Diamonds Platinum Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in platinum, dog's head hallmark. Lovely Art Deco style jewelry, the setting of this ring is set in its center of a green tsavorite garnet. On both sides, a stepped start is set...
Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Tsavorite, Platinum
Spessartine Garnet Ring With Diamonds 1.66 Carats 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Oval Spessartine Garnet = 1.37 Carat 38 Round Diamonds = 0.29 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 7* US *It c...
Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14.35ct Natural Spinel, Ruby, Sapphire, Green Garnet diamonds bracelet Gemline*
Located in New York, NY
I color, Vs-2 clarity. 14kt. white & yellow gold, 25.1 grams Bracelet measures 7 inches Free Insured shipping.
Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, Sapphire, Spinel, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Gold Garnet Ring w/ Mine Cut Diamonds
Located in Wallkill, NY
A Spectacular 18K Gold Garnet Ring. Large Cabochon Garnet center with 2 tiers of mine cut diamonds surrounding.
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
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Vintage and antique garnet jewelry has been around for a long time.
Garnets have been used for adornment going all the way back to the Bronze Age. While we will never know if garnets can be used to prevent plagues or heal warriors, as has been suggested, we do know that both the Egyptians and the Romans felt that it was a worthy stone to set in gold for their nobility. In more “recent” times, garnets were ubiquitous in Victorian jewelry. The “G” in REGARD rings, the equivalent of the modern-day engagement ring, implied garnet.
Garnets were also highly valued in the region of Bohemia. The Smithsonian Museum of Natural History has in its collection an antique hairpin with Bohemian pyrope garnets from the Czech Republic. Bohemian pyrope got its name from Bohuslav Balbín, sometimes referred to as the “Czech Pliny,” in 1679. Abundant in the region, it was used often in jewelry during this time. In fact, it became so popular that in 1762, Empress Marie Terezie forbade its export. Stonecutting workshops opened in several regions across Bohemia, and pyrope became the country’s mineralogical symbol. While there was never a decline in its popularity, it was only in the mid-20th century that garnets enjoyed a revival.
Garnets can come in many shapes and sizes — one of the largest ever discovered is a 68.82-carat Tsavorite garnet. This stone is also in the collection of the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History.
According to the Gemological Institute of America, Brazil’s mines are rich in garnets, including spessartine, which can also be found in the Myanmar area, recognized for a specific shade of reddish-orange. While red garnets are the most popular, garnets actually come in a medley of colors.
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