Is garnet a good birthstone?

There are even garnets that change color from blue to purple in different lighting. Some believe the true value of the garnet birthstone is its power to bring the wearer good health, wealth and happiness.

Is garnet a rare birthstone?

Tsavorite Garnet Tsavorite garnets are some of the rarest gemstones. January birthstone jewelry with this exquisite stone will set you back a bit. It is stunning and rare, so it may be worth the extra cost if you want unique garnet birthstone jewelry.

What does garnet birthstone symbolize?

Garnet is the stone that represent symbol of love and friendship. It is also thought to symbolize the mending of wounds between lovers.

Who can wear garnet?

People born during the ‘lagnas’ of Edavam, Mithunam, Kanni, Thulam, Makaram and Kumbham can wear garnet. In addition, if your birthday falls on the days 4, 13, 22 and 31 the stone can be worn, as per numerology. When a person passes through the ‘Rahu’ phase, garnet can be chosen to lead a normal life.

Are garnets expensive?

Because they are available in so many different colours, garnet stone prices can vary dramatically. They tend to range from around $500 a carat with inclusions, up to around $7000 per carat for the larger, clean stones. The most valuable garnet is Demantoid and it’s priced near the top of the spectrum.

Who should wear a garnet?

Those who can prosper by wearing the stone include people engaged in cosmetic trade, lottery sellers, share market dealers, professionals in film and television serial sectors and staff of chemical laboratories. People born during the ‘lagnas’ of Edavam, Mithunam, Kanni, Thulam, Makaram and Kumbham can wear garnet.

Who should not wear garnets?

If your horoscope suggests ‘kala sarpa dosham’, garnet should be avoided as the stone would increase your agony. Similarly, those who have Rahu in the sixth, eighth or twelfth positions of their birth ‘lagnam’ also need to keep away from the precious stone.

Can garnet be worn everyday?

Garnets are quite durable and hence, can be donned every day.

How can I tell if a garnet is real?

The color of the stone Garnets are known for their dense, saturated hues. Hence, a great way to distinguish a real gem from a fake one is to look at the color’s richness. If your stone is lighter, brighter, or more vivid, then it may be a fake.