{"id":1986,"date":"2021-05-19T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-05-19T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gooroo.com\/blog\/?p=1986"},"modified":"2021-05-19T09:32:00","modified_gmt":"2021-05-19T13:32:00","slug":"gemstones","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gooroo.com\/blog\/gemstones\/","title":{"rendered":"Gemstones &#8211; A Birthstone for Every Birth Month"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"709\" height=\"484\" src=\"https:\/\/gooroo-blog.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/2021\/05\/18102421\/sarah-brown-cVt0u781VGo-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"gemstones\" class=\"wp-image-1987\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gooroo-blog.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/2021\/05\/18102421\/sarah-brown-cVt0u781VGo-unsplash.jpg 709w, https:\/\/gooroo-blog.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/2021\/05\/18102421\/sarah-brown-cVt0u781VGo-unsplash-300x205.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 709px) 100vw, 709px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Wearing jewellery is a great way to accessorise your outfit. Either a piece gifted by a beloved person, or bought in a favourite location, these ornaments usually have sentimental value. A common characteristic of jewellery is the presence of a gemstone. But, did you know that certain jewels are associated with different months? In today\u2019s blog, we\u2019ll discuss these precious rocks and which birthstone belongs to your birthday.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-what-are-gemstones\">What are Gemstones?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Gemstones are pieces of crystal that are in cut and polished form. Divided into two categories, they can either be:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><em>precious<\/em> (diamond, ruby, sapphire, and emerald)<\/li><li><em>semi-precious<\/em> (all other gemstones)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>When discussing these rocks, technical terminology is also use.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol><li>Firstly, gemologists identify the stone\u2019s chemical composition.<\/li><li>Next, they are classified by their crystal system (cubic etc.)<\/li><li>Then, they are distinguished by their colour, hardiness, fracture, transparency and \u201cbrilliance\u201d.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Also understood as the Four C\u2019s, this device looks at: <em>colour, cut, clarity, <\/em>and <em>carats<\/em>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"h-where-do-gemstones-get-their-colour\">Where do Gemstones Get Their Colour?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The colour of any material is due to the nature of light itself. When light hits a material, most of it is absorbed. However, some light is reflected and then perceived by the eye. This is why a ruby appears red.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"709\" height=\"472\" src=\"https:\/\/gooroo-blog.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/2021\/05\/18102447\/dan-farrell-qayNP9ccw9E-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1988\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gooroo-blog.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/2021\/05\/18102447\/dan-farrell-qayNP9ccw9E-unsplash.jpg 709w, https:\/\/gooroo-blog.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/2021\/05\/18102447\/dan-farrell-qayNP9ccw9E-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 709px) 100vw, 709px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-one-for-every-month\">One For Every Month<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A birthstone is a gemstone that represent\u2019s a person\u2019s birth month or zodiac sign. Believe to have come from Jewish history, the practise was to wear a particular stone every month. Soon this evolved into specific stones being associated with specific months.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wearing your birthstone is thought to bring good luck, good health, and protection. What\u2019s more, astrologer of the past attributed supernatural powers to certain gemstones.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"h-birthstones\">Birthstones<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to know what your birthstone is? Check out this list:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>January<\/strong>\u2019s gem is a <strong>Garnet<\/strong>. Deep red in colour, it is associated with faith, love, and constancy. It is a considered a symbol of friendship and trust.<\/li><li><strong>February<\/strong> has the <strong>Amethyst<\/strong>. Representing peace, serenity, and royalty, Ancient Greeks wore this purple stone to protect themselves from the effects of drunkenness.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>March<\/strong> is home to <strong>Aquamarine<\/strong>. Coming from the Latin \u201cwater of the sea\u201d, this gem is a tantalising blue-green. Said to be mermaid treasure, Aquamarine represents courage, healthy and confidence.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>April<\/strong>\u2019s birthstone is the precious <strong>Diamond<\/strong>. Prized for its lack of colour, this gemstone is a symbol of love.\u00a0 the <\/li><li>Associated with <strong>May<\/strong> is the <strong>Emerald<\/strong>. With a colour comparable to nature and springtime, they are a symbol of rebirth and love.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>June<\/strong> has <strong>Alexandrite<\/strong>. This spectacular gemstone changes colour based on the lighting. Thus, helping to balance one\u2019s emotions, and increase self-esteem and imagination.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>July <\/strong>owns the majestic <strong>Ruby<\/strong>. Another deep red gemstone, Rubies represent health, wisdom, and courage. Wearing this stone brings you good fortune.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>August<\/strong>\u2019s gemstone is the <strong>Peridot<\/strong>. Enhancing openness and growth, this stone brings the wearer prosperity, fertility, and healing.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>September<\/strong> also has a precious stone: the <strong>Sapphire<\/strong>. Known for its brilliant blue, Sapphires come in every colour. They represent loyalty and trust.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>October <\/strong>houses the <strong>Opal<\/strong>. Displaying a dazzling array of colours, this \u201cQueen of Gems\u201d associates with hope, innocence, and purity.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>November <\/strong>is <strong>Yellow Topaz<\/strong>. Dispelling enchantments, Ancient Civilisations associated the gem with the sun god. Therefore, giving Yellow Topaz healing and protective powers.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>December<\/strong> is <strong>Tanzanite<\/strong>. One of today\u2019s most popular gemstones, Tanzanite is a rich blue with purple overtones. It represents contentment, satisfaction, and understanding.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"709\" height=\"484\" src=\"https:\/\/gooroo-blog.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/2021\/05\/18102457\/e-mens-3Iv9FS_1RBQ-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1989\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gooroo-blog.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/2021\/05\/18102457\/e-mens-3Iv9FS_1RBQ-unsplash.jpg 709w, https:\/\/gooroo-blog.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/2021\/05\/18102457\/e-mens-3Iv9FS_1RBQ-unsplash-300x205.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 709px) 100vw, 709px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-how-to-gift-gemstones\">How to Gift Gemstones<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Interested in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gooroo.com\/blog\/polymer-clay-and-other-craft-ideas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">gifting<\/a> a birthstone? Try out these ideas:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Self-wrap the gem with wire and <a href=\"https:\/\/courses.gooroo.com\/courses\/jewelry-making-how-to-turn-any-rock-into-a-beautiful-necklace-pendant\/921\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">transform the rock into a pendant<\/a>. Use smaller cuts to make earrings.\u00a0<\/li><li>Find a larger cut. Use it as a decorative paper weight.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Wearing jewellery is a great way to accessorise your outfit. Either a piece gifted by a beloved person, or bought in a favourite location, these ornaments usually have sentimental value. A common characteristic of jewellery is the presence of a gemstone. But, did you know that certain jewels are associated with different months? 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