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Birthstones Archive
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May Birthstone – Emerald
Posted on May 1, 2013 | No CommentsDedicated to the goddess Venus, emerald is symbolic for immortality and faith. Emerald represented resurrection to the early Christians. In the eleventh century Marbode wrote that emerald improves memory, eloquence and can bring joy to its wearer . Pilny described that emeralds were recommended for... -
Diamonds
Posted on March 30, 2013 | No Comments“Diamonds are forever” “Diamonds are a girl’s best friend” “Birthstone for April” Diamonds have been named, cursed, blessed and baptized. Diamonds were written about in ancient Sanskrit from the fourth century B.C., recorded in the bible and in early Greek literature. Diamonds... -
March Birthstone – Aquamarine
Posted on February 28, 2013 | No CommentsAquamarines were used extensively during the Art Noveau period. A beautiful example of this, is an extraordinarily detailed dragon brooch designed by Etienne Tourettec 1903. Fabricated in blue enamel, set with small blue aquamarines in the wings and a large green aquamarine is held in the... -
How to Buy A Diamond…The Birthstone for the month of April
Posted on February 6, 2013 | No CommentsThe research and investment that goes into selecting a diamond can be compared to the exhilarating experience of acquiring fine art. The ability to view, wear and enjoy a beautiful gem each day parallels the veneration of a Chagall or Matisse with the additional benefit... -
February Birthstone – Amethyst
Posted on February 1, 2013 | No CommentsAmethyst, a beautiful young girl, was on her way to worship the mythological goddess Diana when tigers, from the orders of the Greek God Bacchus, were about to pounce on her. In order to save Amethyst, Diana immediately froze the girl into clear crystal. Bacchus, in his grief, poured grape... -
Garnet, January Birthstone
Posted on January 1, 2013 | No CommentsJanet Deleuse Garnet Jewelry Resembling pomegranate seeds—the little red gems were named from the Latin word, ‘Granatum.’ The gemstone Garnet is most commonly known as deep red stones with a hint of orange/brownish tones that are typically set in antique floret jewelry. Exhibiting a lively light reflection,... -
December Birthstone – Turquoise
Posted on December 1, 2012 | No CommentsWhat other gem has been collected, traded, worn and treasured with so much passion for thousands of years as the vibrant turquoise? Turquoise, a rare gem with a color so extraordinary that it has been prized by civilizations since antiquity. The oldest turquoise jewelry found... -
November Birthstone – Topaz
Posted on November 1, 2012 | No CommentsThe old Sanskrit word “tapas,” or fire, is the root word from which the modern name Topaz is derived. Red Topaz is one of the most rare color of all the colorful topaz gemstones; almost unavailable and extremely valued. The largest faceted red topaz in... -
What are Diamonds?
Posted on October 8, 2012 | No CommentsThere truly is no sparkle like the sparkle of a crystal clear diamond. The birthstone for the month of April, diamond wearing is definitely not reserved for April babies only! We wear them as symbols of love and devotion, they represent wealth and power... -
October Birthstone – Opal
Posted on October 7, 2012 | No CommentsIs it true that wearing an opal will bring bad luck if it’s not your birthstone? Apparently not– derived from the Latin word for precious stone, the gemstone opal has been revered and worn since ancient times. In ancient Arabic culture, it was believed that...