The month of October is host to one of the most colorful and shimmery known stones—the stone Opal. This stone treats its owner or wearer to a blast of colorful and sparkly lights due to its capability to replicate the specific wavelengths of light that is not very unlike that of the rainbow’s. This alone [...]
Peridot is the August birthstone. It is often confused with the emerald, because they are both green. However, the peridot usually has a more olive hue with a tint of yellow and is more transparent. Peridot makes beautiful birthstone jewelry, but it doesn’t have to be used alone. A popular gift [...]
Red rubies are the birthstone for the month of July. It is believed that rubies help in matters of love, enhance sexuality, and bring wisdom, happiness, good luck, and health. Because it is a symbol of everlasting love, the ruby has been used in engagement rings to accent diamonds or as the ring’s [...]
Many months have more than one birthstone, but usually there is one that is more widely accepted than the other. June actually has two widely accepted birthstones – Pearl (the modern June birthstone) and Alexandrite (the traditional June birthstone). Pearls are by far more common, but Alexandrite tends to be used more often [...]
Those lucky enough to be born in May can claim Emeralds as their birthstone. Emeralds signify love, success, goodness, and fidelity. Emerald jewelry played a special role in Roman, Egyptian, and Indian history because of its brilliant green color. Cleopatra was especially fond of emeralds, her emerald mines were some of the [...]
Who doesn’t love a diamond? Diamond rings are so popular for occasions like engagements, weddings, and anniversaries, that some of us forget the diamond is actually the birthstone for the month of April and that you can find diamonds on just about anything. The Greeks believed diamonds were pieces of stars that [...]
The March birthstone is aquamarine. Aquamarine is a subtle, yet beautiful beryl mineral that means courage. It is thought to represent understanding, foresight, making new friends, and happiness. The actual color of an aquamarine can vary from blue to blue-green. But it is typically a clear, subtle color. Its connection [...]
Amethyst means sincerity, tranquility, and peace. It is a member of the quartz family, and it is valued for its color, quality, and availability. It has a hardness of 7, ranges from light to dark purple, and makes very beautiful and affordable jewelry. It is so affordable because of its abundance. [...]
January’s birthstone is the red garnet. A gorgeous red stone, garnets make beautiful jewelry for men or women. Some old stories claim the garnet can ward off nightmares, offer guidance through the dark, and protect against poisoning. The word garnet means consistency and actually comes from the Greek word “granatum” which means [...]
