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About Birthstones |
| A birthstone is a gift of a precious material (jewelry, mainly gemstones; themselves traditionally associated with various qualities) that symbolizes the month of birth (in the Gregorian Calendar). |
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Birthstone January: Garnet |
| Garnet is a group of minerals that have been used since the Bronze Age as gemstones and abrasives. Garnets are most often seen in red, but are available in a wide variety of colors spanning the entire spectrum. The name "garnet" comes from the Latin granatus ("grain"), possibly a reference to the Punica granatum ("pomegranate"), a plant with red seeds similar in shape, size, and color to some garnet crystals
The Garnet is the birthstone for the month of January |
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Birthstone February: Amethyst |
| Amethyst is the birthstone for the month of February. Amethyst is a purple variety of quartz often used as an ornament. The name comes a reference to the belief that the stone protected its owner from drunkenness; the ancient Greeks and Romans wore amethyst and made drinking vessels of it in the belief that it would prevent intoxication. |
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Birthstone March: Aquamarine | Bloodstone |
| Aquamarine is the traditional birthstone for March. It is also the accepted anniversary gem for the 19th year of marriage. Bloodstone is an alternative birthstone for the month of March, and is often used as the stone of choice in men's rings |
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Birthstone April: Diamond |
| Diamond is the birthstone for the month of April. Besides being the most popular gemstone for engagement rings, diamond is the accepted anniversary gem for the 10th and 60th years of marriage |
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Birthstone May: Emerald |
| Emerald is the birthstone for the month of May. It is also the anniversary gemstone for the 20th and 35th years of marriage |
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Birthstone June: Moonstone |
| Moonstone, with its mysterious white or blue sheen, is one of the most familiar gems from a large group of minerals called "Feldspars". They're actually the most abundant mineral in the crust of the earth. Along with the Pearl, Moonstone is an birthstone for the month of June. |
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Birthstone June: Pearl |
| "Pearls of Wisdom" Here are some interesting explanations and facts from the world of pearls... |
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Birthstone July: Ruby |
| Ruby is the accepted birthstone for July. It is also the accepted anniversary gemstone for the 15th and 40th year. |
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Birthstone August: Peridot |
| Legend has it that the inhabitants of St. Johns Island - also known as Zebirget - off the coast of Egypt, mined green stones as early as 1500 BC! |
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Birthstone November: Citrine Topaz |
| Citrine Topaz is the accepted birthstone for November. Citrine quartz or citrine topaz, is an amber-colored gemstone. It is a form of quartz with ferric iron impurities, and is rarely found naturally. Brazil is the leading producer of naturally mined citrine. The name topaz is derived from the Greek word meaning "to shine" and also implies "fire". Orange-red "Imperial" topaz and pink colors are rare and most valuable. |
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