About Birthstone

Birthstone:


Did you know there are over 20 different birthstones? Each one representing a different kind of birth you can have.

- Did you know the most valuable birthstone is yours because you're the most valuable person!

- Did you know that every mom ever has an ugly birthstone necklace in a drawer?

- Did you know that before the fell to the orc hordes the Mines of Moria were known for producing topaz keepsakes?

- Did you know birthstones are terrible gifts unless yours is diamonds?

- Did you know birthstones are based on astrological signs which makes them the tools of the devil?

- Did you know JFK and Abraham Lincoln had the same birthstones?

- Did you know that if you don't know someones birthstone you can just get them a large geode paperweight instead?

- Did you know that an Amethyst should never date a Peridot?


Birthstone Background:



Birthstones, the gem stones believed to possess mysterious powers, are assigned to individuals on their birth dates, birth months, zodiac signs or even according to a certain need. Birthstones are worn in jewelry like rings and pendants, or just carried around in a purse or wallet. It is though preferred that a birthstone be in direct skin contact so that it is most effective.
Birthstones are a fun way to celebrate your birth month. Each month has its very own gemstone. Wearing your birthstone is considered very lucky and is thought to provide the wearer with good fortune.Birthstones are gemstones that are associated with each month. They may be precious stones, such as diamonds, or semi-precious, such as Lapiz Lazuli. In each case they are considered lucky for their particular months and for those who believe in such things their healing powers are heightened during their months.
So if you're born in April then your Birthstone is the Diamond and you will get the most benefit from diamonds by wearing them in April.
Of course, people might argue that wearing diamonds at anytime is a good thing!
Since each birthstone has heightened powers during its month then some people buy a set of all twelve and rotate them for each month. So where do you get a nice set of birthstones? Or even individual stones? (The Crystal Ball online store is run by some very nice people who know a great deal about stones and their mystical properties. They do some beautiful work with their birthstones. )
The Modern Birthstone List contains the official birthstone list from the American National Association of Jewelers, Jewelers of America. These gemstones were officially adopted in 1912. In the US, this is the accepted list.
The Traditional Birthstone list contains older birthstones and is sometimes combined with the modern birthstone list. These stones reflect societal birthstone traditions, heralding back to the 15th century. (Many jewelers have differing lists of traditional birthstones, but the birthstone colors will be very close from list to list.)Birthstones have been used since at least the first century as a way to give good luck on ones birthday. Gemstones are associated with each month and each precious stone has designated qualities associated with it. Birthstones are also a fun way to share something about yourself. Our birthstone chart lets you choose from many stones to find the right stone for yourself or a loved one.
Birth stones have been used for centuries to celebrate ones birth. Since different traditions have associated different gemstones with each month, We have included several so you can choose the birthstone which works best for you. Know whichever birth stones you choose, your gift will be very much enjoyed. If you want a birthstone with the most significance choose one from the older traditions; otherwise, simply choose the gemstone you like most.
Some believe that the original associations between gemstones and the months of the year evolved from 12 stones mentioned in the Bible, others say it represents the Twelve Apostles. Still others hold different beliefs. There are numerous traditions over the centuries that connect a particular gemstone with a month of the year.