A favorite of those born in January, garnet is a deep red gemstone that is consistently found in antique jewelry. Garnet is best known for its purple and red versions, but it can also be found in various shades of green, yellows, oranges and other earth tones. Garnet can never be found in blue, but can be found in almost every other color of the rainbow, making it a highly sought after gemstone. The fine hues found in between the more popular red and purple garnet shades make garnet a highly attractive stone to many a jeweler, and hence, you’d be hard-pressed to find a retailer of baubles who does not boast a few garnet pieces in his or her collection.  This unique and ancient gem has plenty of myths and legends that go with it. Some historians claim that garnet was used as a talisman and protective stone by early explorers. Garnet has long been believed to not just light up the night literally but also to act as a light of safety to protect those who wear it. For this reason, garnet is a popular gemstone found in all sorts of jewelry, but this sparkling stone is perhaps best at home on a ring finger. Garnet rings on ShopNBC range in shape and size and can be found in the wide variety of colors that this gorgeous stone has to offer. Choose from gold embraced/vermeil, platinum plated and sterling silver garnet rings. Regardless of color, garnets offer beautiful, all-natural good looks. If you’re looking for the next great addition to your ring collection, consider a garnet ring from ShopNBC.