Birthstones

March Birthstone Aquamarine

March’s birthstone is traditionally an Aquamarine. Its rich blue color reminds people of the sparkling waters of the sea. According to Greek legend they were also given by the god Neptune, to his most cherished servants, the mermaids. Aquamarine Legends Aquamarines have been revered for thousands of years. The Romans believed they were given as [...]

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April Birthstone – Diamonds

April’s Birthstone is traditionally a Diamonds. A Diamond is the most precious and sought after of all gemstones. Due to their rarity diamonds were originally only worn by royalty or the very wealthy in society. She who from April dates her years Diamonds should wear lest bitter tears for vain repentance; flow this stone an [...]

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December Birthstone – Turquoise

December’s birthstone is Turquoise. Turquoise traces it’s roots back to ancient Egypt where it adorned the jewelry of the great pharaohs, and on the ceremonial clothing of Native Americans. Turquoise also gave its wearer healing power. If December gave you birth the month of ice and snow and mirth place on your hand on a [...]

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November Birthstone – Topaz

November’s Birthstone is Topaz. The colors range from red and orange to pink, yellow and gold, and bright blue . Wearing Topaz will increase friendship, and love and ensure fidelity in the one you love. Topaz Legends Topaz has been thought to have medicinal and healing properties. In some cultures it was thought to cure [...]

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December Birthstone – Tanzanite

Tanzanite Legends Tanzanite is a very new gemstone and does not have the lore and legends that many other gemstones have. Tanzanite was discovered in Africa in the early 1960′s. Once a stable commercial supply had been discovered Tiffany & Company became the major distributor of Tanzanite. Tanzanite History Tanzanite was named after Tanzania the [...]

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September Birthstone – Sapphire

September’s birthstone is the Sapphire. Sapphires come in many colors but the most desired is color is a deep rich blue. Sapphires are said to protect its wearer from evil spirits and against poison. Sapphire Legends The Sapphire has a long history that dates back to the ancient Persians who believed the blue color of [...]

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July Birthstone – Ruby

July’s birthstone is traditionally the Ruby. Its deep red color symbolizes passion and love, and is often associated with fire. This Ruby is mentioned in ancient texts, including the bible, and has been sought after by royalty and nobility for generations. The glowing ruby shall adorn Those who in warm July are born They will [...]

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August Birthstone – Peridot

The birthstone for August is Peridot. According to Hawaiian legend Peridot were the divine tears wept by Pele the goddess of the volcano. Peridot is said to have magical healing powers and offer protection against nightmares and ward off evil. Peridot Legends Peridot bright green color was sought after more than 3,000 years ago by [...]

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June Birthstone – Pearls

June’s Birthstone is a Pearl. Pearls are one of the oldest known gemstones. Today Pearls are commercially cultured bring them into a price range that is affordable for everyone. Pearl Legends Pearls are perhaps the oldest known gemstones. Throughout most of the ancient world pearls were so rare and sought after that only royalty or [...]

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October Birthstone – Opal

The birthstone for October is traditionally the Opal. The unique mult-colored properties of the Opal make it one of the most versatile gemstones. Opals symbolize hope innocence and purity. October child is born for woe and life’s viscitudes must know but lay an opal on her breast and hope will lull the woes to rest [...]

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