Birthstone Articles
Celebrate July Birthdays with Radiant Ruby: Beaded Jewelry Ideas
July babies are fortunate to have the vibrant and captivating ruby as their birthstone. With its fiery red hue and rich symbolism, rubies have been cherished throughout history as a symbol of passion, love, and vitality.
Pearl Birthstone of June Unveiled: Meanings, History, & Jewelry Uses
Did you know that throughout history, Pearls were not only highly prized for their beauty but also symbolized royalty and wealth? Due to their rarity and irresistible charm, pearls became highly sought-after treasures. They adorned royal crowns, luxurious garments, and exquisite jewelry collections, establishing their status as gemstones suitable for royalty.
The Enchanting Pearl: June's Birthstone Gemstone
June, the month of balmy summer days and blooming gardens, is associated with a gemstone that captures the essence of purity and elegance—the pearl. Treasured for centuries, pearls have captivated hearts with their luminous beauty. Let us delve into the fascinating lore, mythical tales, and the exquisite use of pearls in beaded jewelry.
Emerald: The Enchanting Birthstone of May
As the flowers bloom and nature awakens, the month of May welcomes the vibrant emerald as its birthstone. Known for its captivating green hue and timeless allure, emerald has been treasured throughout history as a symbol of rebirth, love, and prosperity. When combined with the artistry of beaded jewelry, emerald beads create stunning pieces that evoke a sense of elegance and natural beauty. In this article, we will explore the fascinating world of emeralds, their significance as the birthstone of May, and how they are incorporated into exquisite beaded jewelry.
This Month's Jewelry Color: September's Sapphire
Though this is the month that welcomes the Autumn season, September's birthstone is not quite a Fall-type color, and that stone is the beautiful Blue Sapphire. Deep blue in hue, a Sapphire can make any piece of jewelry pop as a detail bead or stone, or as the centerpiece to necklace, or even a pair of earrings. Sapphire Swarovski Austrian crystals can make your Something Blue Jewelry for the Bride. Be it a stunning look ready to grace a runway, or just a piece to compliment and outfit for a night out on the town, the Blue Sapphire is nothing short of versatile.
August Birthstones - Wait, They Get THREE?!
DID YOU KNOW: In 2016, according to the American Gem Society, August became the third month along with June and December to have the option of three different birthstones to choose from – sardonyx, peridot, and spinel.
The Famous Gem That Almost Wasn't: The Cullinan Diamond
It's shocking to think that the Cullinan diamond, a major piece of geological and British history, almost remained buried. Estimated to be worth billions of dollars in total, the original uncut stone was over 3,106 carats and weighed 1.369 pounds. That's a lot of sparkle!
Known as the Star of Africa, this amazing stone almost went undiscovered. In January of 1905, Captain Frederick Wells, the Premier Mine superintendent, was making his regular rounds when he saw what he thought was a glass shard.
Celebrate Spring with the Alluring Aquamarine
There is much to celebrate in the month of March. The serene beauty of spring is approaching, and there is no better stone to represent this time of year than the lovely blue aquamarine. Long valued for its enchanting hue and mystical properties, aquamarine is appreciated by many wearers, not just those fortunate to have it as their birthstone.
Amazing Amethysts – Valentine’s Day Gifts
With their mesmerizing violet hue and deep historical significance, it’s impossible not to fall in love with February’s birthstone, the amethyst. Long known as a color to represent royalty, the rich purple gemstone has adorned the necks and fingers of Cleopatra to Catherine the Great, but its mystical origins lie within Greek mythology.
For the Love of Amethysts in February!
Did you know that amethysts are not only the most popular purple gemstone, but one of the most popular of all time? Amethysts are the ultimate "geek to chic" stone, found within geodes that look like ordinary dark rocks with nothing to hint of the beauty inside. When they are cracked open, the geodes reveal raw crystals that range from the lightest of mauves to the deepest of purples. Just as beautiful in its natural form as it is faceted, smoothed, or tumbled into stones or beads, it is a perfect stone for all kinds of handcrafted artisan and beaded jewelry.
A Girl’s Guide to Garnets
Move over diamonds, come January it’s the multifaceted face of the garnet that’s taking over the limelight in popular beaded jewelry designs. Despite popular presumption, January’s birthstone exist not only in the traditional deep red they are prized for, but in pink, violet, brown, orange, and even surprisingly in the decidedly un-garnet like hues of yellow, green, white and black. A handful of garnet varieties abound, so read on to see which one is right for you.
Starting Fresh In The New Year
When we think of January, we think of the new year. We think of the year ahead, and we think of all the hopes we have for it. As many may know, January's traditional birthstone is garrnet, but 2019 feels like it is truly going to be a year of new beginnings!
This January, jade green is your color.
