Birthstone Jewelry
Birthstones have a history that spans thousands of years. Each one is believed to give luck when worn by someone born in their month, and each stone was used for a different magical purpose, from protecting the wearer, to curing illness, to warning of infidelity.
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January: Garnet
Garnet was believed to bring guidance at night and protect its wearer from nightmares.
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February: Amethyst
Amethyst symbolises peace, protection, and tranquility.
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March: Aquamarine
Aquamarine symbolizes youth, hope, and health.
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April: Diamond
Diamond are unconquerable, symbolizing the eternity of love.
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May: Emerald
Emerald was believed to cure illness, increase intelligence, and to allow the wearer to see the future.
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June: Pearl
Pearls represent chastity, purity, and modesty, and symbolize a happy marriage.
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July: Ruby
Rubies were believed to protect the wearer, and represent freedom and contentment.
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August: Peridot
Peridot protects against all evil and nightmares, and intensifies the effects of potions.
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September: Sapphire
Sapphire is a symbol of truth and purity, believed to shine only when worn by the pure of heart.
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October: Opal
Opal represents hope, purity, innocence, and magic.
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November: Citrine
Citrine was said to make the wearer invisible in times of danger, detect the presence of poision, and relieve ailments.
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December: Blue Topaz
Blue Topaz represents success and prosperity.
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