Birthstone Knowledge

August Birthstone | Peridot

Peridot is the rare gem-quality variety of the common mineral olivine, which forms deep inside the Earth’s mantle and is brought to the surface by volcanoes. In Hawaii, peridot once symbolized the tears of Pele, the volcano goddess of fire who controls the flow of lava. Rarely, peridot is also found inside meteorites.

July Birthstone | Ruby

Ruby, the king of precious gems, is the birthstone for fortunate folks born in July. Whether you're showing your love for someone born in July, or celebrating a 15th or 40th wedding anniversary, there's no better gift than ruby gemstone jewellery.

December Birthstone | Tanzanite & Blue Topaz

Tanzanite is the exquisite blue-purple variety of the mineral zoisite that is only found in one part of the world. Named for its limited geographic origin in Tanzania, tanzanite has quickly risen to popularity since its relatively recent discovery.

November Birthstone | Citrine

Citrine is the unique birthstone for our November babies. This vibrant gemstone is known as the 'healing quartz' which promotes vitality. It is believed that those who wear citrine will be fortunate in wealth and abundance.

January Birthstone | Garnet

The word “garnet” comes from the 14th century Middle English word gernet, meaning “dark red.” The word is derived from Latin granatum, which means “seed,” and is called so because of the gemstone’s resemblance to the beautifully red seeds of the pomegranate.

October Birthstone | Opal & Tourmaline

If you're born in October you are spoilt enough to have more than one beautiful birthstone. The October birthstones are opal and tourmaline. These two birthstones are unique in appearance and serve great meaning. Opal symbolises faithfulness and confidence. Similarly Tourmaline symbolises unconditional love and friendship

September Birthstone | Sapphire

Sapphires make stunning gifts for anyone born in September or celebrating a 5th or 45th wedding anniversary.

The name “sapphire” comes from the Latin sapphirus and Greek sappheiros, meaning “blue stone,” though those words may have originally referred to lapis lazuli. Some believe it originated from the Sanskrit word sanipriya which meant “dear to Saturn.”

June Birthstone | Pearl

June’s birthstone, pearl, has long been a symbol of purity. The ancient Greeks believed that pearls were the hardened tears of joy from Aphrodite, the goddess of love.

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