Birthstone Jewelry Gifts
Jewelry.Com's Birthstone Jewelry Gift Brief Helps You Find The Right Birthstone Gift For Any Loved One.
The
idea that gems contain special properties and powers is a concept that has
survived for countless thousands of years and lives on our modern birthstone
jewelry calendar. It is in fact the oldest of jewelry traditions to link a birth
date to a particular stone and to accept the gem's ability to influence the
wearer's life. How often are we given random gifts from frustrated loved ones
who never know how to shop or buy? A birthstone jewelry gift shows your loved
ones that you care and that you know them in a deeply personal way, and, since
all you need to know is their birth month, a birthstone jewelry gift is a no
brainer for the shopping challenged. All you have to decide when it comes to the
perfect birthstone jewelry gift is - bracelet, necklace, ring or earrings (and
of course which is his/her birthstone).
For more than 45 centuries the acquisition of gems for their aesthetic qualities was a minor consideration. Though gem beauty is the dominant reason for the purchases in today's world, in the ancient world, birthstone jewelry was considered necessary to daily life. Even today much of the attraction to wearing birthstone jewelry still centers on the mystical over the decorative. Mystical reasons aside though, a birthstone jewelry gift allows the wearers to say something significant about themselves to the world at large.
Jewelry.com has a complete index of educational content to tell you everything you need to know about our present day birthstone jewelry calendar. Here are some quick links to our helpful guides on each stone broken down by months to help you properly shop for just the right birthstone jewelry gift.
Click on the stone name for complete information.
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January: Garnet |
February: Amethyst |
March: Aquamarine |
April: Diamond |
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May: Emerald |
June: Pearl |
July: Ruby |
August: Peridot |
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September: Sapphire |
October: Opal |
November: Citrine |
December: Blue Topaz |
Many a fine jewelry wearer has opted over the years to adorn themselves with individual pieces highlighting their birthstone. Whether it is a birthstone ring, earring, necklace, pendant or a complete birthstone jewelry set, presenting someone with a birthstone jewelry gift shows you care enough to give a personal piece of jewelry that says something about the one you love.
Remember, whether you ascribe zodiacal or mystic attributes to your birthstone jewelry, or you just want to show off your birthday bling, birthstone jewelry gifts for your loved ones are easy to find, buy and give AND birthstone jewelry gifts will be treasured forever for their personal memories.
Birthstone Jewelry Education, Trends Articles and Shopping
All About
Birthstones
Gems by month, gems by the stars, gems by color or gems by power - Jewelry.com's
guide to colored gems covers the many facets that make these jewels a fashion
favorite.
All About Garnet
Jewelry
Jewelry.com tells you all you need to know about the rich red January birthstone
- from the garnet's history and lore to its origins and care.
All About Amethyst
Jewelry
Jewelry.com gives you all you need to know about the brilliant February
birthstone - from the amethyst's mystical properties and lore to its regal
origins and care.
All About Aquamarine
Jewelry
Jewelry.com educates you on all you need to know about the glowing March
birthstone - from the pastel stone's history and metaphysical properties to its
origins and care.
All About Diamond
Jewelry
Jewelry.com tells you all you need to know about the glamorous April birthstone
- from the diamond's designation as the gift for the 10th, 60th and 75th wedding
anniversaries to its proper and care and cleaning.
All About Emerald
Jewelry
Jewelry.com tells you all you need to know about the glittering May birthstone -
from the emerald's history and lore to its origins and care.
All About Pearl Jewelry
Jewelry.com gives you the timeless, classic history of one of the most treasured
of all gems; the lustrous June birthstone. From the pearl's origins in the sea
to its modern cultured creations.
All About Ruby Jewelry
Jewelry.com gives you all you need to know about the radiant July birthstone -
from the ruby's rich red history and lore to its meanings and properties and
care.
All About Peridot
Jewelry
Jewelry.com informs you of all you would want to know about the glowing August
birthstone - from the peridot's Hawaiian legends and lore to its most prized
lime green hues and care.
All About Sapphire
Jewelry
Jewelry.com brings you all you need to know about the beautiful September
birthstone - from the sapphire's storied past to its prized position within the
crown jewels of the world and its proper care.
All About Opal Jewelry
Jewelry.com has education for you on all you need to know about the dazzling
October birthstone - from the Opal's history and revered mystical powers to its
proper storage and care.
All About Citrine
Jewelry
Jewelry.com tells you all you need to know about the most affordable of all the
earth-toned gemstones; the brilliant November birthstone - from the citrine's
origins and care to fashion/style recommendations.
All About Blue Topaz
Jewelry
Jewelry.com tells you why blue topaz has become one of the most popular
gemstones on the market today and all you need to know about the glowing
December birthstone.
Anniversary
Gift Themes
Make each anniversary as special as the day it commemorates. Jewelry.com's guide
to anniversary jewelry makes sure each year your anniversary gem is as sparkling
as the gift itself. From diamonds to anniversary gems, it's all you need to know
when it comes to perfect gift giving.
Alternative
Engagement Rings
If you're looking for an engagement ring that's not quite the 'norm', there are
some great ring finger alternatives to choose from.