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The March Birthstone: Aquamarine

The name “aquamarine” comes from two Latin words: aqua, meaning “water,” and marina, meaning “of the sea.” This ocean-inspiring gemstone is the birthstone for March and...

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The February Birthstone: Amethyst
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The February Birthstone: Amethyst

 Recognized by its deep, vibrant shades of purple, lilac and violet, the amethyst is a gemstone with a long and mysterious history.   The name...

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Rhodolite Garnet
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The January Birthstone: Garnet

January’s birthstone, the Garnet, is one of the oldest gemstones. The stone’s name originates from the Latin word: granatus, meaning seeds of a pomegranate. In the...

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Turquoise Jewelry
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The December Birthstones: Tanzanite, Turquoise, and Zircon

Celebrate your December birthdays with meaningful jewelry set with a symbolic Tanzanite, Turquoise, or Zircon - each stone known for their unique hues of blue....

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Topaz Jewelry
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The November Birthstones: Citrine & Topaz

November - a season of cozy sweaters, cinnamon-scented candles, and fall in full swing; this month is celebrated by the autumn-hued Citrine and Topaz gemstone. ...

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Opal Jewelry
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The October Birthstones: Opal & Tourmaline

Did you know that October has two birthstones? The autumnal month where we see leaves beginning to take on those magical, warm tones of red,...

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Sapphire Jewelry
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September Birthstone: Sapphire

The birthstone for September is the stunning sapphire gem. Cherished for thousands of years, this gem has long been a symbol of romanticism and royalty. ...

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Peridot Gemstones
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The August Birthstone: Peridot

The August birthstone is an exquisite green gem called a Peridot. Often confused with Emerald or Topaz, the Peridot has a naturally bright, yellow-green color...

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Ruby Gemstones
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The July Birthstone: Ruby

The ruby is a deep red gemstone that represents the birthdays of July. Similar to the summer weather, the ruby is a warm and bright...

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