Antique Victorian 14k gold slide necklace embellished with a deep red garnet. A popular amulet of the middle ages, the garnet was thought to guard against evil spirits in the night and was a stone used for general protection against malevolent spiritual forces, that would guide the wearer through darkness, and even protect from poisoning. In more modern times the garnet is often gifted between friends and loved ones for protection before a period of extended separation.
