Beautiful, affordable, and with a history stretching back thousands of years.
Most people think of diamonds when they think of fine jewellery. But diamonds are expensive largely because of clever marketing, not because they are the most beautiful stone out there. Garnets have been treasured for thousands of years and, in our view, they deserve a lot more attention than they get.
A seriously old gemstone
The word garnet comes from the Latin for pomegranate, because the deep red crystals look just like pomegranate seeds. Ancient Egyptians wore them over 5,000 years ago. Romans used them as seal rings. Soldiers carried them into battle as good luck charms. This is a stone with real history behind it.
They come in far more colours than you think
Most people picture a deep red when they hear garnet, but that is just the start. Garnets come in orange, green, gold, and even rare blue-green shades. Each variety has its own character and works beautifully in different settings and metals.
The truth about price
A garnet of similar size and quality to a diamond can cost as little as 5% of the price. That is not a compromise on beauty. It just means you are getting real value instead of paying for a name. At Winstone's Fine Jewellery, we choose stones on merit, and garnets earn their place every time.
A cleaner choice
If you care about where your jewellery comes from, garnets are worth considering. Most come from Africa, India, and Australia, with supply chains that are simpler than those for diamonds. Buying a garnet often means your money goes directly to the small communities who mine them.
They wear well too
Garnets are tough enough for everyday wear. They sit between 6.5 and 7.5 on the hardness scale, so they hold up well in rings, pendants, and bracelets. And the warm way they catch light, especially in the evening, flatters the skin in a way that a cold white diamond typically does not.
Interested in a garnet piece? We work with a wide range of garnets and would love to help you find the right stone for your budget and style.