September birthstone: Sapphire

September babies, ‘tis your season! Few gems have held our attention over millennia as well as your birthstone, sapphire. Since ancient times, it has represented loyalty, purity, trust and heavenly blessings. After diamonds, sapphires are the second hardest gemstone in the world, making them durable and ideal for everyday wear. More than blue The word [...]

August birthstone: Peridot

Peridot (pronounced PEAR-A-DOE) is the birthstone of people who celebrate their birthday in August. It’s often associated with harmony, good health, restful sleep, and peacefulness. Peridot is also the gem given to celebrate a 15th wedding anniversary. What’s in a name? Peridot is widely recognised by its brilliant green glow but the origin of the [...]

July birthstone: Ruby

Known as the King of Precious Stones, ruby is the birthstone of people born in July. ‘Ruby’ is derived from the Latin word ‘rubeus’, meaning ‘red’ – the colour of love and passion. Ravishing in red Rubies vary from deep shades of red to dark pink, purplish red or orange-red. Their colour comes from trace [...]

How to care for your pearls

Pearls are 2.5 to 3.0 on the Mohs Scale of hardness, so they are a comparatively soft gem and require special care. Wearing your pearls  Last thing to put on, first thing to take off Pearls should be the final touch to your outfit. Apply makeup, hairspray, lotion or perfume before you put your pearls [...]

June birthstone: Pearl

If you were born in June, the enchanting and glowing pearl is your birthstone. The pearl, like a lady of old — pure and fair to look upon, is the emblem of modesty and purity.  ~ Mineralogist George Kunz, 1913 Classic elegance Pearls rank among the most popular gems in the world. With a serene [...]

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