Garnet ring with diamond accent - Designed and crafted by Nick King

"Garnet" comes from the latin word for "pomegranate" - the dark and beautiful crimson red gem is very similar to pomegranate seeds. It is mined chiefly in India, Madagascar and Brazil. Victorian jewelry often used the red garnet as its center stone, surrounded by pearls or diamonds. There has been a resurgence in its popularity in recent decades since that rich color is attainable at a more modest price than some gems. You can find garnet in green, pink, orange, yellow, and purple along with the traditional red. All are stunning in the right setting.