Leave it to December to outshine the rest of the year when it comes to birthstones. December honors four birthstones, Blue Topaz, Tanzanite, and Blue Zircon. Turquoise is also considered a December birthstone, but for our purposes we’ll focus on Topaz, Tanzanite and Zircon, each offering a dazzling spectrum of blue hues, each with its […]
Topaz and citrine share the responsibilities of being November’s birthstones. These gems are both admired for their vibrant colors and deep connections to history, culture, and spirituality. Each gemstone has its unique allure, from topaz’s range of hues to citrine’s warm, inviting glow. Let’s explore their origins, uses in jewelry, properties, and metaphysical significance, as […]
October boasts two captivating gemstones for birthstones: Opal and Tourmaline. Both gems are prized for their vibrance, diverse color ranges and their unique properties, making them favored by jewelers and gemstone enthusiasts alike. Opal: The Gem of Iridescent Beauty History Opals have a storied past, stretching back thousands of years. Ancient Romans considered opal to […]
September is a month of transition, as the heat of summer fades into the crispness and vibrant colors of autumn. It’s fitting that the gemstone that represents this time of year is Sapphire, a gem as captivating as the deep blue skies it resembles. Revered for its beauty and profound spiritual significance, Sapphire has been […]
Going Green with Peridot Peridot, the vibrant green gem, is the primary birthstone for August. Its striking color, ranging from a light yellow-green to an intense olive has captivated jewelry lovers and gemstone enthusiasts for centuries. Known scientifically as olivine, Peridot is one of the few gemstones that come in only one color, though the […]
Ruby, with its fiery red allure, is celebrated as the birthstone for July. Known for its vibrant color and remarkable hardness, this gemstone has been treasured throughout history for its beauty and symbolic significance. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, Ruby is also associated with a variety of spiritual and metaphysical properties, making it a multifaceted gem […]
