A Special Gift: Birthstones

February 4, 2019 Kristin

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Whether you are looking for a wedding ring, a special birthday present, or engagement rings, you will have several hundred gemstones to choose from. However, there are twelve types of gemstone that have a significant meaning, and this is because they are birthstones. Not only is this a beautiful concept, but also it is believed that each gemstone heightens various virtues when worn during the month in question.In this blog post, we are going to take a look at birthstones in further detail. After all, they provide the perfect gift, no matter whether you are looking for Mother’s Day gift ideas, something for your friend’s birthday, a gift for your girlfriend, or something different. With that in mind, we will explain the origin of birthstones, as well as revealing the different stones for each month.

The Origin

This concept is something that dates back to ancient times, to the Breastplate of Aaron. This was a religious garment that featured twelve different gemstones, with each gemstone being a symbol of one of Israel’s twelve tribes. Over time, each stone became a symbol of a month, which led to them being called ‘birthstones’.

The Birthstones

January – Garnet – This striking gemstone is an alluring shade of red, which will bring you warmth and happiness throughout one of the coldest months. Although the red shade of this stone is prized, garnet is available in all colors except blue.
February – Amethyst – From delicate, beautiful shades of lilac to deep, romantic shades of purple, the color of amethyst varies. This gemstone is a protection stone, which means it protects people from bad dreams and other types of stress while bringing balance, calmness, patience, and peace.
March – Aquamarine – Aquamarine is the symbol of hope, and there is no better gemstone for the month of March, as this is the start of spring. This stone is said to provide the wearer with emotional balance while it also symbolizes youth and health. It is a beautiful blue color, available in various shades, such as sky blue, sea green, and dark blue.
April – Diamond – The rarest gemstone of them all, the diamond, is considered the purest and most valuable gemstone available. Not only do they provide breath-taking beauty, but diamonds are of an unbelievable quality too, boasting a Mohs rating of 10.
May – Emerald – Emeralds are a luscious green shade, and they symbolize loyalty and friendship. They have long been one of the most treasured gemstones, and they have an extensive history in jewelry design, with a lot of emerald jewelry pieces coming from the mines of Cleopatra in Egypt.
June – Pearl – Pearls have long been adored for their classic and elegant appearance, and it is of no surprise that they represent modesty, chastity, grace, and purity. From Freshwater to Akoya, there are many different types of pearls available.
July – Ruby – Ruby is a great gemstone to opt for if you are buying a gift for your partner, as this stone represents devotion and love, and it comes in a bold, beautiful shade of red. Not only does this stone look beautiful, but also it boasts extremely high levels of quality, with a 9 Mohs rating.
August – Peridot – Peridot symbolizes gladness, serenity, and trust. It is a vibrant, stunning shade of green, and, surprisingly, it is one of the few gemstones to appear in one color.
September – Sapphire – Sapphire symbolizes charm and enduring love. It is available in a wide assortment of shades of blue, yet most people prefer the deep shades.
October – Opal – Opal is a rare gemstone and boasts magical flashes of colors from various angles. It is a symbol of hope, faith and good fortune.
November – Citrine – Citrine is one of the most popular gemstones on the market and is available in a wide assortment of shapes and cuts. It is thought to attract wealth to those who wear it, and it belongs to the yellow-orange variety of the quartz family.
December – Turquoise – Turquoise is adored for its intense color, which is a vibrant and striking shade of blue. It carries a beautiful meaning too, being a representation of prosperity, good fortune, and happiness, and so it is thought to bring good luck to anyone that wears it.