Posts Tagged ‘gemstone lore’
October 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 MoreSapphire is September’s Birthstone
September’s birthstone is the sapphire. There are also 12 different stones listed for the zodiac signs of Virgo and Libra which may also be considered as alternative September birthstones. When I hear “sapphire,” I think of the royal blue variety. Blue is the most popular color and the color (and depth of color) is…
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…
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