The Folklore of Spinel
Spinel is a gemstone that has often been confused with ruby. One of August’s birthstones, spinel can come in a variety of colors, including red,
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Spinel is a gemstone that has often been confused with ruby. One of August’s birthstones, spinel can come in a variety of colors, including red,
Sardonyx combines alternating layers of sard and onyx to create a reddish zebra-striped gemstone with white bands. It is one of three of August’s birthstones.
Peridot—one of three August birthstones—is a lime green stone that has many links to nature. It has often been confused with topaz and emerald. Legends
In ancient times, the ruby was considered more valuable than diamonds. Many cultures admired this precious gemstone and considered it a token of wealth, safety,
Pearl folklore spans centuries. This June birthstone’s iridescent beauty has inspired many stories. Ancient Japanese folktales told that pearls were created from the tears of
The alexandrite gemstone was discovered in fairly modern times. Since it was found in the early 1800s in Russia, not much lore has built up
Throughout time, moonstone has been connected to the Earth’s moon. This mysterious stone, which looks like a moonlit night, has been the object of folklore
If there is a silver lining in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s seeing the beautiful and inspirational stories and posts from members of
The emerald is one of the four precious gemstones and is made from green beryl. Its name is derived from the Greek word smaragdus, meaning
The diamond is one of the most well-known gemstones—if not THE most well-known. This precious gem is solely made of carbon and is incredibly tough.