BIRTHSTONES

Birthstones have long been a way to connect people’s birth month with rare and colourful gemstones. They are a meaningful gift for family or friends during a special occasion.

Birthstones appear to have a biblical source, tracing back to the book of Exodus in the Bible and specifically on the breastplate of Aaron. Flavius Josephus and St. Jerome, are credited with associating the 12 breastplate gems with the 12 signs of the zodiac. Initially, the thinking was that each person would own all 12 birthstones and wear each gem on the corresponding month.

The modern variation we know today came about in the 18th century in Poland whereby Jewish gem traders marketed selling each gemstone based on a person’s birth month. In 1912 the National Association of Jewelers solidified the practice in the United States. The twelve birthstones have largely remained the same since then, albeit with a few companies trying to pitch their gems into the mix to boost sales.

Click and learn more about your birthstone on the list below.

January - Garnet

February - Amethyst

March - Aquamarine

April - Diamond

May - Emerald

June - Pearl

July - Ruby

August - Peridot

September - Sapphire

October - Tourmaline & Opal

November - Topaz & Citrine

December - Tanzanite & Turquoise

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 ANNIVERSARY

Compared to the traditional wedding anniversary symbols which can be traced back to the Holy Roman Empire; the jewellery and gemstones anniversary symbols field a much better and modern gifts option.

Click and learn more about the anniversary gemstones on the list below.

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 ASTROLOGY

Zodiac gemstones are also known as Astral stones. The word Astral is derived from Astrology and has been an important part of holistic beliefs for centuries. Astrology is not a science but was created originally as a method for telling time. It is used to tell us when one time has passed and also to let us know when another is coming, essentially acting as the calendar for the universe.

These periods of time are divided into twelve sections, which are believed to represent the twelve tribes of Israel in the book of Exodus. Each section or Zodiac sign is associated with a particular gemstone. The idea is that your Astrological sign is linked to a gemstone on earth that enables the wearer to tap into his or her hidden power. Gemstones also have holistic meanings and healing characteristics to benefit the mind and body.

Click on each of the stones and learn more about the meaning and stories behind them.

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