Birthstones

Birthstones are any of various gems associated with the particular calendar months of the year and considered lucky to people who are born in those months.  Birthstones originally may have been worn each month by everyone, since the powers of the gemstone were heightened during its month. If that is true, to get the full effect, you need to go out and get a full set.

Gems have become synonymous with colour: everyone knows ruby red, emerald green, sapphire blue, aquamarine, turquoise, and jade green.The Gemstone market today has an extensive selection of colours which span the entire colour pallet. In red, you have the choice not only of ruby, but also tourmaline, spinel, or garnet. In green, there is not only emerald and jade, but also tourmaline, and peridot. The wide range of birthstones and gemstones available today means that no matter what your favorite colour is, a birthstone is available to match it.