The Garnet Gold Ring is graceful. Garnets symbolize protection, love, light, and vitality. Prized by cultures around the world for its beauty and strength. Handcrafted by artisans in India with Asha Handicrafts Association. Sanskrit for hope, Asha is a nonprofit that provides opportunities for makers in and around Mumbai, including educational assistance for children, medical checkups and treatment, a health center at Saharanpur, savings programs for artisans and their spouses, and relief-related social projects.