What are the Birthstones for Each Month, and What Do They Mean?

Birthstones, Blog

Imagine gifting a gemstone that not only dazzles but also carries a meaningful connection to the recipient’s birth month. Birthstones have been cherished for centuries, each with its own unique significance and lore. Whether you’re celebrating a milestone or...

December Birthstones: Tanzanite Zircon Turquoise

Birthstones, Education, Gemstones, General

According to the American Gem Society, there are three birthstones that represent the month of December. These birthstones get their origin from different times and places- in India and Iran, Turquoise has been treasured since antiquity and became associated with the...

Topaz November Birthstone

Birthstones

Topaz is the birthstone for the month of November. Although Topaz is most commonly associated with blue, it is the Precious and Imperial, in yellow and orange to beautiful peach or pink hues, that are the November birthstone: great colors for Fall! Whether you’re...

Opal October Birthstone

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Opal is the birthstone for the month of October. An Opal can be white, black or crystalline in base tone, with a captivating play of color over the top. Since Opals contain many colors, they match most items in a clothing wardrobe and become popular everyday items....

Sapphire: The September Birthstone

Birthstones, Gemstones

Sapphire is the birthstone for September. Along with Rubies, Sapphires were the gem of choice in engagement and betrothal rings prior to the 1900s. Today, they are our best selling gemstone and are commonly associated with royalty. We make fabulous sapphire pieces:...

Natural Alexandrite Gemstone Buying Guide

Birthstones, Gemstones

Alexandrite Stone : what to seek in an Alexandrite Ring or Necklace What is Alexandrite? Alexandrite is a rare gemstone in the chrysoberyl family. Alexandrite is noted for changing color! Bluish green or teal in daylight and red or purple by candle or incandescent...