by Sharon Seabridge | Aug 2, 2016 | Birthstones
August Birthstone The traditional August Birthstone is Peridot. Furthermore it is one of the few gemstones that occurs in only one colour. The intensity of the colour is due to the amount of iron in the crystal formation. Mythology of Peridot Peridot was used in...
by Sharon Seabridge | Jul 4, 2016 | Birthstones
July Birthstone The traditional July Birthstone is Ruby and is said to attract good luck to the wearer. Rubies are the red colours of the conundrum family. All of the other shades are classified as sapphires. The red colour is due to the presence of chromium....
by Sharon Seabridge | May 28, 2016 | Birthstones
June Birthstone The traditional June Birthstone has two gemstones in its category. Pearl Pearl is the most popular form of June Birthstone. Most pearls available are Cultured Pearls. These come in a variety of shapes and colours. The best examples have a high lustre,...
by Sharon Seabridge | Apr 28, 2016 | Birthstones
May Birthstone The traditional May Birthstone is Emerald. This is said to represent wisdom, faith, success in love and domestic bliss. The main sources of Emeralds at the present time are Brazil, Zambia and Columbia. Mythology of Emeralds. The earliest Emeralds...
by Sharon Seabridge | Apr 5, 2016 | Birthstones
April Birthstone The traditional April Birthstone is Diamond. Held to be the most popular of all gemstones. It is made of pure carbon and is the hardest natural substance of the planet. As a consequence they should always be stored separately as they can damage other...
by Sharon Seabridge | Feb 29, 2016 | Birthstones
March Birthstone The traditional March Birthstone is Aquamarine, a member of the Beryl family It is probably one of the most widely known type of blue gemstone. Found in many locations, but probably the most noteworthy quality is found in Brazil. It is said to...
