Sometimes it is hard to find just the right present for that significant woman in your life. Jewellery is, thankfully, a pretty safe bet for most men – but it also broadens the range of options from which you will have to choose. If you’re looking for a gift for the woman in your life, an amethyst ring can be a great choice. Similarly, a garnet ring can be breathtakingly beautiful. Deciding which to choose can be difficult at times.
The Garnet
The garnet stone has been used in jewellery for centuries, it comes in varying colors which include green, violet, yellow, orange, purple, red and pink.
A garnet ring, particularly with a stone of the reddish variety, is truly amazing to view. Of course, garnets come in almost any color imaginable – with the exception of blue – making it one of the easiest stones to use for specialized gifts. For instance, if you prefer a garnet to someone’s birthstone, you can almost always find a garnet color to fit your need. Garnets age very well, as they are an incredibly hard stone. In addition, its reflective surface makes it one of the more brilliant gems out there.
The Amethyst
In it’s natural state the amethyst stone is violet in color and a variety of quartz, you will also find yellow and citrine colored amethysts, these occur when they have been exposed to heat.
Not expensive to the pocket– but no less beautiful to the eye, the amethyst ring is a perfect way for many women to express their softer side. Available in many shades of purple, the amethyst does not have the color range of the garnet, but it makes up for it by being one of the most beautiful gems you will ever see. Don’t mistake the low price for a lower quality, however, as amethyst stones are among the best sparkling gems used in jewellery settings today and provide you with a great bang for your buck.
So which should you choose? Choosing between an amethyst garnet is always difficult, but your job is generally made easier when the occasion is taken into consideration. In addition, you’ll want to consider just what kind of message you are hoping to convey to the woman in your life.
Although you can find some beautiful examples of both stones, many lower grade stones find their way into higher end costume jewellery.Ultimately, whichever you choose, your gift will be a gorgeous addition to her collection.