Chrysoprase: Although it may seem a simple pale green stone at first appearance, Chrysoprase has a lot of hidden depths. In fact, it could be said that this is one crystal that’s ideal for getting to the bottom of some… Continue Reading…
Gems of the month • In the know...
July 20, 2021
Peridot Though peridot is widely recognized by its brilliant lime green glow, the origin of this gemstone’s name is unclear. Most scholars agree that the word “peridot” is derived from the Arabic faridat, which means “gem;” however, some believe it’s rooted… Continue Reading…
Gems of the month • In the know...
July 20, 2021
July was originally called Quintilis, as it was once the fifth month in the calendar year. It shifted to seventh when January and February were added to the calendar around 450 B.C.. July is named for Julius Caesar, as it… Continue Reading…
Gems of the month • In the know...
July 20, 2021
Pearl, in all its types and color varieties. As one of the few gems created by a living creature, natural cultured pearls are truly unique. Whether or not June is your birth month, you should enjoy the unique luster and… Continue Reading…
April 30, 2021
Diamond and Clear Quartz are the official gemstones for the month of April. However, there are twelve different stones listed as birthstones for the calendar month of April, or as Sun/Star, Planetary, or Talismanic stones for the Zodiac sign of… Continue Reading…
Gems of the month • In the know...
March 3, 2020
January Birthstone: Garnet February Birthstone: Amethyst March Birthstones: Aquamarine, Bloodstone April Birthstones: Diamond, Clear Quartz May Birthstones: Emerald, Chrysoprase June Birthstones: Pearl, Moonstone, Alexandrite July Birthstones: Ruby, Carnelian August Birthstones: Peridot, Sardonyx September Birthstones: Blue Sapphire, Lapis Lazuli October Birthstones: Opal,… Continue Reading…
March 3, 2020
Necklace Length Guide: How to Measure & Choose The Right Necklace Chain Length When buying a necklace online, a decision you might find yourself agonize over is choosing the right necklace length, be it for a woman or a… Continue Reading…
March 3, 2020
WHY IS BLOODSTONE THE ALTERNATIVE MARCH BIRTHSTONE? Chances are you’ve heard of the March birthstone aquamarine… but did you know there are actually two gems associated with the month of March? Bloodstone is considered an ‘alternative’ March birthstone, perhaps because of… Continue Reading…
February 25, 2020
March has two birthstones – Aquamarine and Bloodstone. Aquamarine Aquamarines vary in color from deep blue to blue-green of different intensities, caused by traces of iron in the beryl crystal. Naturally occurring deep blue stones are the most prized because… Continue Reading…
February 25, 2020
As this is the month of love, I’m choosing to write about the most loved gem…PEARLS When we think of Pearls, the following are the words that should come to mind: ♥ Purity ♥ Honesty ♥ Innocence ♥ Integrity… Continue Reading…
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