When it comes to birthstones, no other month is quite like December. The twelfth month boasts no less than four official birthstones! Stay with us this month as we profile each of December’s dazzling stones and suggest some of our favorite items to help you celebrate those special December birthdays.
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November isn't the only month to have multiple birthstones - December is also a two stone month that features both turquoise and blue topaz. Turquoise is one of the most unique looking semi-precious stones, but does not lend itself well to use in certain types of jewelry. Because of this, blue topaz
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Despite the evolving nature of wedding trends, most brides still follow the wedding tradition of wearing something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue. The wedding dress easily serves as a bride's something new, and family heirlooms such as handkerchiefs, veils, brooches and garters
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Colorful jewelry will not only brighten up your day, but can also brighten up your face and your wardrobe. Many jewelry patrons are afraid to leave the secure feeling that comes with purchasing basic gold, silver, and diamond jewelry and explore other beautiful gemstone options; especially ones with
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"And thou shalt set in it settings of stones, even four rows of stones: the first row shall be a sardius, a topaz, and a carbuncle: this shall be the first row" (Exodus 28:17).
Most scholars agree that the concept of birthstones had its origins not in the celestial sphere or the zodiac, but in the
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