Gemstone Guide

AMETHYST

The essence of the color purple, amethyst is beautiful enough for crown jewels yet affordable enough for class rings.The ancient Greeks and Romans believed Amethyst would ward off the intoxicating powers and keep the wearer clear-headed and quick-witted. February Birthstone

AQUAMARINE

Named after seawater, aquamarine’s fresh watery hue is a cool plunge into a refreshing pool. For centuries, this timeless gemstone has been a symbol of youth, hope, health and fidelity. March Birthstone

CITRINE

This bright shining gem is said to be a gift from the sun. The name Citrine, which is French for “lemon,” fits well with its colour range of juicy yellow to a bright orange-brown. In ancient times, Citrine was carried as a protection against evil thoughts. Today, it is associated with success and prosperity.

DIAMOND

Since ancient times, Diamonds have been admired objects of desire. Hardest gem of all, it has been regarded as the ultimate symbol of eternal love. April Birthstone

EMERALD

Emerald is the bluish green to green variety of beryl, a mineral species that includes aquamarine. Green is the color of spring and has long symbolized love and rebirth. As the gem of Venus, it is also considered to aid in fertility. May Birthstone

GARNET

This gem is available in a rainbow of colors, from the deep red Bohemian garnet to the vibrant greens. Legend says garnets light up the night and protect their owners from nightmares. January Birthstone

PERIDOT

In ancient times it was believed that Peridot was a gift from Mother Nature to celebrate the annual creation of a new world. When presented as a gift, Peridot is said to bring the wearer magical powers and healing properties to protect against nightmares. It is also said to instill power and influence. August Birthstone

RUBY

Ruby represents love, passion and emotion. For centuries, this gem has been considered the king of all gems. It was believed that wearing a fine red Ruby bestowed good fortune upon its owner. Rubies have been the prized possession of emperors and kings throughout the ages. July Birthstone

SAPPHIRE

Sapphire” is Greek for blue. Since ancient times, the Blue Sapphire has represented a promise of honesty, loyalty, purity and trust. To keep with this tradition, Sapphires are one of the most popular engagement gemstones today. September Birthstone

TOPAZ

Topaz has an exceptionally wide color range that, besides brown, includes various tones and saturations of blue, green, yellow, orange, red, pink, and purple. Colorless topaz is plentiful, and is often treated to give it a blue color. November Birthstone

TOURMALINE

Tourmalines have a wide variety of exciting colors with one of the widest color ranges of any gem.Tourmaline lives up to its name, which means “mixed stone.” Red, magenta, peach, orange, canary yellow, mint, green, ocean blue, violet.. Tourmaline is all of these and more. October Birthstone