Garnet's use as a gemstone dates back to ancient Egypt and has been used by man since the late Bronze Age. It was popular with early explorers who carried it with them as a talisman and protective stone.
Birthstone
January
Derivation
from the Latin 'punica granatum' meaning 'pomegranate'







These are the official graduation rings of Aston University and each one ordered raises money for the Aston Annual Fund.
