June is one of only three months that have three birthstones. The three June birthstones are Pearl, Alexandrite, and Moonstone. Each of these birthstones has their own beauty. Pearl The original birthstone for June was the Pearl. Pearls are also the gift for the 30th anniversary. Pearls are unique because …
June has three birthstones, and Alexandrite is the rarest. Alexandrite is a relatively modern gemstone; it was discovered in Russian emerald mines located in the Ural Mountains. Legends claim that it was discovered in 1834 on the same day that future Russian Czar Alexander II came of age; it was …
The May birthstone is Emerald. Those born in May seem to exhibit more joy. Perhaps they are more joyful because it is spring. Things are turning green, flowers are blooming, and the weather is getting warmer. The Emerald is one of the four precious stones; Ruby, Diamond, Emerald and Sapphire. …
The actual birthstone of April is Diamond. It is the most prized ring stone in the world. Diamond also represents the Zodiac signs Aries and Taurus. You might already know of the diamond’s toughness? In fact, it’s the hardest gemstone and is made of only one element, carbon. Its structure …
March was named for Mars (the Roman god of War). Wars had ceased for the winter. March marks the beginning of spring and time for returning to war. March has two birthstones; Aquamarine and Bloodstone. The original birthstone for March was the Bloodstone. In 1952 the Aquamarine became the primary …
Amethyst, the official birthstone of February, was for years believed to have spiritual and protective powers. Amethyst stones were very rare until the 19th century when large deposits were discovered in Brazil. Because of their rarity and their popularity with royalty and clergy, the Amethyst was once as expensive as …
