Which Birthstone do you have?

The colour of the garnet already gives away some of its characteristics.. The beautiful red colour of the garnet symbolises commitment, passion, love and devotion. The red variety of garnet is the best known and is also the most commonly used in jewellery. There are also colourless, white, brown and pink garnet gemstones. Furthermore, the stone is said to help detoxify and recharge your mind.

The amethyst is known for its rich purple color and is therefore lovingly used in jewelry and accessories. From contemporary, minimalist jewelry to its incorporation into crowns and jewelry worn by royals. On a personal level, Amethyst is said to help you accept the situation in difficult circumstances. This can alleviate stress and grief during times of mourning and sorrow.

The aquamarine has a beautiful turquoise color that derives its name from the Latin words ‘Aqua Marina’. This literally means sea water and therefore perfectly matches its appearance. In the Middle Ages, the stone was used to alleviate eye and throat complaints. Psychologically, the stone has a calming effect and is said to help reduce anxiety.

The diamond is also known as the queen of gemstones and is still one of the most sought-after stones in jewelry. It was previously believed that the diamond would strengthen marriages. This is probably the reason why it has become one of the most popular stones in an engagement or wedding ring. The clarity of the diamond is also seen as a symbol of the mental benefits it is said to have. It is believed to contribute to a clear mind and better focus.

For more than 4000 years, the emerald has been used as an ornamental and healing stone, and incorporated into art and jewelry. Emeralds were even found in Egyptian tombs and were one of Cleopatra's favorite stones. The Aztecs incorporated emeralds into buildings and temples. Many cultures regarded the emerald as a symbol of power, hope, and spring; the return of green after winter.

While diamonds and other gemstones have only been in demand for the last five or six hundred years, pearls have been loved for their understated beauty for 6,000 years. Pearls were retrieved by pearl divers at the risk of their lives and were extremely rare. Only the wealthiest of the wealthy could afford the beauty of a pearl. The pearl is also known as the queen of the sea, as it is not a gemstone. It offers extra protection and promotes calm, peace, and comfort.

The rubies and garnet are often confused because of their striking red color. However, the ruby is different. For example, garnet is much softer than ruby. It belongs to the ‘Corundum’ group. This group of minerals contains the hardest stones after diamonds. It is said to protect you from negative energies, make you more focused and give you energy.

The Peridot is a beautiful green stone and has been used as a gemstone for thousands of years by the Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans. Wear Peridot if you want to be more assertive and take charge of shaping your life. The stone brings renewal and awakening. At the same time, it reduces pent-up and negative emotions.

A sapphire gemstone can have various colors, but blue is the most popular. The Sapphire has also been used for centuries as an embellishment in clothing and jewelry. For example, it was widely used in India by kings in their clothing and in jewelry during the Middle Ages. The sapphire reduces your phobias, such as mysophobia, and makes the wearer honest and calm.

Opal is primarily mined in Australia, which is why it is their national stone. The stone is mainly used in industry as a raw material for tiles, leather goods, and even food (as a thickener). In addition, it remains a popular gemstone in accessories. Wearing Opal is said to help reduce mood swings, understand your emotions, and heal trauma.

Citrine is a fairly rare lemon-yellow variety of quartz, which usually owes its beautiful yellow colour to trace amounts of iron and sometimes aluminium. The name is derived from the citrus fruit because of its yellow colour. Citrine is also known as the “healing quartz”; the stone is said to have the power to calm and reassure people. Citrine is also believed to dispel negative feelings and enhance imagination.