Are you ready for the second round of birthstones? People born between
October and January pay attention, this post is for you!
October: Opal or Tourmaline
* Opals have been used for everything from easing childbirth to bringing
strength in battle.
* Long known as the Wish Stone, opal is supposed to promote love and
romance and grant wishes and personal happiness.
* Tourmaline is said to bring high energy, good luck, creativity and
romance, depending on its color.
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Estate Tourmaline and Diamond Ring |
November: Topaz or Citrine
* Topaz was often used to
promote wisdom in its wearer, which may explain the medieval custom of giving
topaz rings to heads of state, diplomats, and royalty.
* Topaz is reputed to
increase understanding, strengthen breathing, prevent colds, enhance
creativity, bring relaxation, control angry passions, restore energy, and aid
in tissue regeneration.
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Georgian Citrine Riviere Necklace with Pear Shape Drop, circa 1830 Fred Leighton |
December: Turquoise or
Tanzanite
* Turquoise
was very appreciated in ancient Egypt; Egyptian Pharaohs wore turquoise jewelry
and Cleopatra probably used ground-up turquoise for eye paint and wore turquoise
in her jewelry too.
* Children
in several cultures were later given turquoise charms to protect them from
harm, prevent nightmares, and to grant them restful sleep.
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| De Grisogono Turquoise bracelet - made of 111.46 carat black diamonds, 58.65 carat rubies and 240 carat turquoise gemstones |
January:
Garnet
*As garnet is
the group name for a family of gemstones that come in so many colors,
there are so many symbols of this gem depending on its hue;
* Green
gemstones were said to bring prosperity, calm the nerves, and protect wearers
from emotional stress.
* Pink garnets were believed
to attract romance and cure broken hearts.
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