Garnet Classic Engagement Rings by David West

Engagement rings have been the ultimate symbol of love for thousands of years. In ancient Egypt, they wore rings on the third finger of the left hand to mark where the "vein of love" went directly to the heart, starting a tradition that continues today. When pledging your love with a unique engagement ring, you are starting your own family tradition. The most important value factor to consider when shopping for garnet classic engagement rings is the quality of the center stone. Gemvara hand-selects top quality conflict-free gems that are expertly cut for maximum beauty. Red garnet shines with the fiery glow of the desert. Our unrivalled selection of engagement rings by Bijoux & Bijoux, Damon Washington, Just Like You Designs, and other talented jewelry designers means you can find an engagement ring that perfectly symbolizes your relationship. Clean garnet classic engagement rings with mild dish soap: use a soft brush where dust collects. When taking off your engagement ring, don't pull on the gemstone: this won't damage the gem but it can, over time, stretch the metal that holds it in place, making the setting less secure. Be careful when removing your ring to wash your hands. Don't leave it on the rim of a sink where it can slip down the drain! Gemvara's fine quality garnet classic engagement rings are designed to be passed down for generations to come, crafted by hand in the United States.

David West's striking jewelry designs have often been described as architectural, perhaps because at a young age his architect grandfather taught him to appreciate form, space, line, and proportion, as well as a deep appreciation for craftsmanship. A passionate designer, master goldsmith, gemologist, and entrepreneur, David has been involved in nearly every aspect of design during his long career. After training at Rhode Island School of Design and Rochester Institute of Technology's School for the American Crafts, he launched his career as a jewelry designer. In 1985, David won the prestigious De Beers Diamonds Today Award. One of the first designers to use computer-aided design, David continues to innovate today. As you might expect from such a distinguished career, David's designs are very refined and elegant, with pure clean lines. He strives to create beautiful classic jewelry items that stand the test of time.

Garnet is the traveler's gem for it protects you when you are far from home. Early travelers used garnets as talismans to light up the night and keep away evil. A garnet's color is the most important factor when purchasing this gem: it should be intense and vivid. A well-cut garnet is also important because the right cut will maximize the color and well as allow the garnet to sparkle with light. Gemvara carries two varieties of garnets: affordable red garnets from Mozambique, which have an earthy red-ocher color, and rhodolite garnets, which have a rich raspberry color. Garnet is the birthstone for January, the 2nd anniversary gem, and the zodiac gem for Aquarius. All Gemvara jewelry is made to order, which ensures that a premium-quality garnet will be hand-selected to perfectly suit your design. Crafted in the United States, Gemvara's fine garnet jewelry is precious and personal, surely to be passed down for generations to come.

We want you to love your Gemvara jewelry, so we offer a 101-day no-questions-asked return policy. If you aren't satisfied with your unique Gemvara jewelry creation for any reason, you can send it back in its original unworn condition for a full refund. Each returned piece must have its original tag attached, so leave the tag on until you are sure you love it. If you love it but it doesn't fit, no problem: we offer one free resizing as well.

We stand behind our exceptional American-made quality with a one-year warranty on the craftsmanship of our jewelry. Because the earth is precious too, we make our jewelry from conflict-free gems and recycled precious metals.

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