History and Lore

You might think that diamonds became the most popular choice for engagement rings because of their durability and brilliance – but that’s not the whole story.

Turquoise has perhaps one of the richest mythologies of all of the birthstones. This gem has withstood the test of time, being one of the earliest stones in recorded histories across the world, yet maintains strong cultural significance even today.

Citrine is more than just a beautiful gemstone, it’s a positive force in the world. Like a ray of sunshine, it’s golden yellow hue brings joy to anyone who wears it.

As a stone that is associated with the heart chakra, pink tourmaline is often used in meditation and spiritual practices to promote feelings of love, compassion, and emotional healing.

When I talk about sapphire, most people picture a deep blue gemstone, but sapphire actually comes in a wide range of hues. From pinks, purples, greens, and yellows, pretty much the only colour sapphire doesn’t come in is red – because that would be called a ruby.

Peridot, the birthstone of August, is an often overlooked gem. With this article I hope that the beauty of Peridot will be rediscovered, and you’ll agree with me that peridot is a truly extraordinary gemstone.

Ruby, the birthstone of July, is one of the most sought-after of gems. Rich in symbolism and history, it gets its name from the Latin word ruber, meaning “red” – the colour of love and passion.