Birthstones
Fine jewellery, whilst higher in monetary value, is also steeped in historical & mythical significance. A piece of jewellery frequently has a particular aura that does not fade; it is with this that we mark the milestones of our lives—friendships, birthdays, engagement, marriage, parenthood, travels, traditions, significant milestones, and of course love.
Sarah, the Director of Orsini, has researched these gemstones. Both the modern and ancient birthstones, as well as the sentiments that go with these gemstones.
BIRTHSTONES
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Modern sentiments |
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January |
Deep Red |
Garnet |
Brings a sense of calm when worn |
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February |
Purple |
Amethyst |
Brings power & clear headedness when worn |
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March |
Blue to Greenish blue |
Bloodstone |
Represent unity |
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April |
Diamond |
Browns to clear |
Diamond |
Endurance |
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May |
Blue-green |
Emerald |
Brings Joy |
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June |
Alexandrite |
Colour changing |
Pearls are believed to bring clarity to the mind |
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July |
Ruby |
Rich Red |
Ruby |
They are considered a source of harmony |
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August |
Peridot, Spinel |
Peridot deep yellowish green, Spinel multi colours |
Sardonyx, is amber to bright green
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Peridot is believed to bring purity when worn. Spinel is believed to promote health. |
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September |
Sapphire |
Every colour of the rainbow |
Sapphire |
Sapphire represents loyalty. |
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October |
Tourmaline |
Wide variety of colours |
Opal |
Wearing tourmaline is believed to bring strength. Opal represents hope. |
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November |
Golden Topaz, Citrine |
Citrine Golden yellow. Topaz can be golden or blue and pink |
Topaz |
Wearers of citrine may experience heightened awareness. |
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December |
Tanzanite, Blue Topaz, Blue Zircon |
Blue, violet, rich purple |
Turquoise, Lapis Lazuli |
Tanzanite is said to give its wearers balance. Turquoise imparts peace upon the wearer. |
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