February is the shortest month of the year. And, in many places, it’s one of the coldest. However, its birthstone is definitely one of the loveliest. February’s birthstone, Amethyst, makes for very flexible fashion choices. That’s because they complement both warm and cool colors. Looking beautiful, no matter what metal we set them in. Plus,
Opal is a gem unlike any other. William Shakespeare once wrote that the opal was the “queen of gems.” Once you see a fine opal, you’ll understand why. Because you experience opal. They are dynamic, lively, and vibrant. Opal’s flashes of color are so vibrant they’re called fire. Some people believe it’s unlucky to wear
June’s birthstone, Pearl, has always held a special place in our culture from Steinbeck’s novel The Pearl to the iconic necklace worn by Audrey Hepburn in Breakfast at Tiffany’s. These unique gemstones have been worn and admired for centuries, probably since humans first started opening up mollusks. They are mentioned, of course, in the Bible, the
Born in January? You’re lucky to have such a versatile gem for your birthstone. January’s birthstone, Garnet, is a sturdy gem that comes in a variety of colors. Its name comes from the Latin word “granatus”. It refers to the deep red grains or seeds of the pomegranate. In addition, Garnet is also the gem
