Opals are for October

By Diana Kirkpatrick | October 4, 2021
opal pendant

Opals are for October – opal is the October birthstone.  The Ancient Greeks believed in the supernatural properties of this precious stone – not just for those born under this sign, but to anyone wearing it. It is no surprise as this stone has amazing internal fire. Opals create an iridescent display of colors as they…

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Birthstones and Alternatives for April and May

By Diana Kirkpatrick | June 30, 2018

The idea of one gem for each month and the concept of wearing your “birth stone” started long ago – between the 16th and 18th centuries.The National Association of Jewelers released a list of so-called “modern birthstones” in 1912 in the United States. Wearing your birthstone is supposed to bring you luck. However, if you don’t…

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