News — Birthstones

  September, a month that marks the transition from summer to autumn, is blessed with the exquisite sapphire as its birthstone. Known for its captivating beauty and rich symbolism, sapphire has enthralled generations with its brilliance and allure. In this blog post, we will embark on a journey into the world of September's birthstone, exploring its history, significance, and the enchanting qualities that make sapphire a gemstone of timeless elegance. A Glimpse into Sapphire's History: Sapphire has been admired and valued throughout history from the time of ancient civilizations and cultures and today it adorns many people's jewellery collections, including...

August birthstone - peridot. In this blog, we discuss its history, properties and care. Green and lovely, peridot makes a great addition to anyone's jewellery collection.

Amethyst, is one of our favourite stones. It's gorgeous purple colour works well in a gold or silver setting.  Ameryst the birthstone of February, is a variety of Quartz that carries a spectacular purple colour that ranges from a blend of deep violet and red to a lighter lilac hue. Ancient Greeks believed that the stone protected the wearer from drunkenness and enabled them to keep a balanced mindset. According to gemstone lore, amethyst jewellery is thought to keep its wearer clear-headed and clever. Leonardo da Vinci wrote that amethysts enhance intelligence and protect against evil thoughts.  As February is Valentine's month, the...