MOZAMBIQUE GARNET -January's Birthstone
Mozambique Garnet, glowing deep red with hints of orange and brown, reminds us of an autumn harvest or Indian summer. Wrapped in its warmth, we feel protected against the storms ahead. It's no wonder that Garnet was once believed to have healing properties, particularly in diseases related to the blood.
AMETHYST - February's Birthstone
Purple passion. From refreshing lilac to ripe plum, the drama and excitement of purple are fully reflected in Amethyst. Perhaps because of its depth and richness, Amethyst has always been associated with intense emotion. It is fitting then, that the legend of its origin is a tale of revenge, devotion, and immoral remorse. It is said that Amethyst protects the wearer from the effects of wine.
AQUAMARINE - March's Birthstone
Imagine a dip in a crystal blue mountain lake, the morning air crisp and expectant, the sky soaring high and cloudless overhead. This is the unique experience of Aquamarine. The name means "ocean water," and tales of Aquamarine date back to ancient seafaring days. Sailors believed that these glittering, watery gems came from the treasure chests of mermaids. It is no wonder that Aquamarine is said to bring luck to all who sail the seas.
DIAMOND - April's Birthstone
The fire of passion. The perfection of hope. All these are part of a couple's love for one another - a love that finds its ideal expression in a diamond. No other gem stone offers the clarity, brilliance, and breathtaking depth of a diamond. Fabulous tales abound of luck and success, fearlessness and invincibility. Diamonds are also the most classic of all jewels.
EMERALD - May's Birthstone
Lush. Exotic. Untamed. This is no polite, garden-variety green: Emerald pulses with life and vitality. In its depths beats the heart of the rain forest, its shadows alive with promise. More valuable than even diamonds, fine-quality Emeralds of significant size are among the world's most bewitching jewels. The color is produced only under extremely rare conditions. Because these conditions also result in tiny cracks and cavities in the gemstone, inclusions are allowed in top-quality Emeralds. It was believed the gem brought luck and restored health.
TAHITIAN PEARLS - June's Birthstone
Tahitian pearls, cultivated in the warm waters of the South Seas, are among the most exotic wonders of nature. Born of the Pinctada margaritifera or "black lipped" oyster, the black Tahitian Cultured Pearl is farmed throughout French Polynesia, Northern Australia, and the Solomon Islands. They can grow up to 20 millimeters in size.
RUBY - July's Birthstone
The "king of gems," Ruby is one of the world's oldest and most revered gemstones. It is also one of the rarest. The mineral Chromium is responsible for the gem's startling color. Rubies with hardly any inclusions are so rare that large gemstones of good color fetch higher prices at auction than even diamonds. They are said to convey strength and honor.
PERIDOT - August's Birthstone
Peridot is treasured by the Hawaiian people who believed the gem to be the tears of the Goddess Pele. Peridot was known in the ancient world as well; the Romans named the gem "Evening Emerald" as its brilliant color did not fade in lamplight, but instead seemed to glow in the evening hours. Partly for this reason, Peridot was believed to help dreams become reality and to drive away the evil spirits of night.
BLUE SAPPHIRE - September's Birthstone
Ranging from the deepest midnight to brilliant cornflower blue, Sapphires have long been prized for their intense, velvety color. The ancients believed that Blue Sapphire held reputed powers to make peace between warring parties. the calming influence of blue has also made it an enduring symbol for loyalty and trust.
OPAL - October's Birthstone
With its pulsating display of fire and color, Opal was long thought to hold magical powers. For this reason, rare Opals were often reserved for royalty. The changeable color and flashing fire seen in Opal are symbolic of love, life, hope and truth.
PRECIOUS TOPAZ - November's Birthstone
Topaz was revered by the Egyptians and Romans, who associated it with the setting sun. In modern times, rich stores of Precious Topaz were discovered in Russia; placed in the jewels of Russian Czarinas's, the gem earned the name of "Imperial Topaz". The hue of Precious Topaz is symbolic of love and affection.
TANZANITE - December's Birthstone
Tanzanite's dual color - brilliant blue with hints of purple - makes it both warm and cool. Bold yet meltingly beautiful. This modern gemstone was unknown until 1967 when Massai herdsmen in eastern Africa noticed blue crystals sparkling in the sun. Tanzanite's dramatic discovery, coupled with its scintillating beauty, caused a worldwide sensation. The hills of northern Tanzania, near Mount Kilimanjaro are this gemstones only source.
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