Birthstone Knowledge

May's birthstone, emerald, is a popular gemstone that adds a pop of colour to the neutrals and dark hues of winter. They are believed to grant wealth and youth and have been treasured since ancient...

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 ...

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, th...

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 t...

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 fortunat...

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 ...

June babies are spoilt for choice with the beautiful pearl birthstone. June’s birthstone, pearl, has long been a symbol of purity. The ancient Greeks believed that pearls were the hardened tears of...