October is For Opals

15% off Opal and Tourmaline Fashion Jewelry for the Month of October

The Opal as the October Birthstone is believed to be a symbol of Purity, Hope and Truth. But wait, there's more...
Tourmaline is the 2nd Birthstone for October.

The Gem of Precious Jewels: With a 5.5 to 6.5 Mohs Hardness rating, opals are susceptible to scratching and are more suitable for wearing on special occasions rather than every day. At the same time, the versatility and beauty of opal jewelry is worth the extra care needed to clean it and keep it safe.

Fun Fact:  The world’s most valuable opal is the Olympic Australis. It was discovered during the time of the 1956 Summer Olympics (held in Melbourne, Australia) and once held the Guinness Record as the biggest opal.

With a Mohs Hardness rating of 7.0 to 7.5, a tourmaline is an option for everyday wear in jewelry. Very few gems can match tourmaline’s range of colors, which includes every shade of the rainbow; reds and pinks, emerald to neon green, deep blues, purples, and yellows. Some stones even have multiple colors.

In addition to being a birthstone for October, Opals are also given for a 14th wedding anniversary. Representing Loyalty and Faithfulness. 
The Tourmaline Gemstone is given for the 8th Wedding Anniversary. Representing Purity and Truth.

September is For Sapphire

15% off Sapphire Fashion for the Month of September

The Sapphire as the September Birthstone is believed to bring gifts of Fulfillment, Joy, Prosperity, Inner Piece and Beauty.

The Gem of Royalty: A Sapphire is believed to be good for attracting Abundance, Blessings, and Gifts. Sapphire is also known for its connection to Romance and is often used in engagement rings.

Fun Fact:  One of the most famous Sapphire Engagement Rings belonged to the late Princess Diana. This Royal Blue Gem is now worn by Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge.

What makes a Sapphire so special? It's because of the remarkable hardness this gem has. A Sapphire is graded as a 9 on the Mohs Scale, just below the Diamond (10) and Moissanite (9.5). They are also used in some non-ornamental applications, such as wristwatch crystals and movement bearings.

The traditional 45th anniversary gift is the sapphire, a richly colored blue gemstone that represents a couple's deep, endless love for one another. The perfect gem to pair with their diamond, Sapphires pair stunningly with diamonds. 

August is For Peridot

Peridot Fashion Jewelry is now 15% off for the month of August.

The Peridot as the August Birthstone is often associated with Prosperity and Good Fortune. Some believe the name is derived from the Arabic faridat, meaning “gem” or from the Greek word, peridona, which means ”give in abundance.”

Fun Fact:  Peridot is a yellow-green gemstone that comes from the mineral olivine. With that said, it resembles the color of money. Which is why it's associated with fortune.

Peridot is the name given to gem-quality olivine, which is a mineral that forms deep in Earth’s mantle and is brought to the surface by volcanic activity. It is often found in volcanic rocks known as basalts. Peridots were first recorded on Topazios, a small island in the Red Sea now known as St. John’s Island or Zabargad Island. It was first found over 4 Billion Years ago.

In addition to being the birthstone for August, peridot is also the gemstone given for a 16th wedding anniversary. The largest known peridot, weighing in at 310 carats, is part of the collection at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History in Washington, D.C.

July is For Rubies

Ruby Fashion Jewelry is now 15% off for the month of July.

The Ruby as the July Birthstone has its ties to Love, Passion, and Raw Emotion. The name is derived from the Latin word ruber, meaning “red” – the color of love and passion. Few things catch the eye like the ruby birthstone.

Romance, Devotion, and Passion: All great qualities that make Ruby worthy as a 40th Wedding Anniversary. What better way than to gift it as a beautiful ring to wear everyday. Especially being second below the Diamond on the MOHS scale for durability. 

Fun Fact:  Long ago, humans believed that rubies contained drops of Mother Earth's blood. With said, ruby has long symbolized life, vitality, and youth.

Rubies do look best when mounted in yellow. It will stand out and catch the eye. There are so many beautiful pieces to choose from. 

June is For Pearls

Pearl & Alexandrite Fashion Jewelry is now 15% off for the month of June.

Individuals born in June are truly lucky to be born in the only month with an organic birthstone. The gem is not formed over long periods of time in the Earth, but, by a living organism.

Pearls typically play a role in a bride's wedding attire, and they're often gifted to girls for Birthdays, Christenings, Graduations, and other important life events. 

Fun Fact: June has multiple Birthstones. Alexandrite is a rare variety of the mineral chrysoberyl that changes color from bluish green in daylight to purplish red under incandescent light. 

Not only is Alexandrite a June Birthstone, but is the Gemstone for the 55th Anniversary. With so many styles of jewelry to choose from, a pendant or ring would be the perfect piece to add this gem in.

The Pearl as the June Birthstone is associated with Purity. The Alexandrite as the June Birthstone is associated with Fortune, Luck & Embracing Change.