A window display of crystals in the Simplyb shop in Kaiapoi: a large amethyst geode, polished spheres, selenite, rose quartz and a smudge bundle on a timber table, with Williams Street visible through the glass behind

Garnet

Garnet is the deep red January birthstone, and raw garnet in particular is one of the best-value crystals in the shop, sold as rough tumbles that still show their crystal faces. We also stock polished tumbles, bead bracelets, a red garnet ring, a garnet-in-limestone palm stone, small carvings such as a garnet owl, and astrophyllite with garnet, a black-and-bronze stone shot through with red crystals. In folklore garnet is a stone of loyalty and commitment, which is why it goes into so many anniversary gifts. Free pickup in Kaiapoi or NZ-wide courier.