traditional birthstones
Turquoise is for December
Turquoise is for December!. It’s the traditional December birthstone. Turquoise has been a popular and much used gemstone for jewelry for a long time. It’s the traditional birthstone for December. Turquoise is often used for beads and cabochons and is also tumbled and used as chips. Turquoise is frequently soaked in resin to improve…
Read MoreOctober Birthstones
People who are born in October get to choose between two luscious gemstones as birthstones – Precious Opal and Tourmaline. Opal and Tourmaline are two of the most beautiful gemstones. Traditionally represented as pink, tourmaline comes in many colors of the rainbow and a range of shades for each color. Opal is available…
Read MoreAugust is the Last Full Month of Summer
August heralds the coming of Autumn. August is a month that claims multiple birthstones: Peridot, Sardonyx and Spinel. Peridot, with it’s signature lime green color, is believed to instill power and influence in the wearer. Spinel is available in a brilliant range of colors and is believed to protect the owner from harm and soothe away…
Read MorePearls are the Birthstone for June
Summer’s Almost Here! I am looking forward to summer and some warm weather! June is generally a typical summer month here. The traditional June birthstone is the pearl and there’s a wide range of pearl types to choose from. There are also alternative stones. Moonstone is the most popular alternative stone, but Chalcedony and…
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