Those born in December are lucky enough to claim four birthstones for their month. Zircon, turquoise, tanzanite, and blue topaz are all December Birthstones. All four stones feature different looks and qualities, from the vibrant blues of turquoise and tanzanite to zircon’s wide range of hues. General Birthstones have long been a staple gift and accessory associated with each month . . .

The traditional stone for those born under the Libra star sign is Peridot. Peridot’s colors include lime green, yellow green, and olive green. The most green stones are called Peridot while the yellow green is chrysolite and olive green is olivine. This stone is also know to be a “Study Stone.” It is also a dispeller strengthened crystal. Peridot is now . . .

The Libra crystals for those embodying this Air sign with all the diplomacy that life has to offer, you’ll find that there’s no shortage of choices. The Libra birthstones are Sapphire and Lapis Lazuli to help you communicate powerfully. Oh, Libra! You’re a thinker, an analyzer, seeking harmony in all aspects of your life. You’ve got some of the best . . .

Symbolic Stones for August Those born in August can actually claim two birthstones: peridot and sardonyx. Peridot Peridot is a lovely light green color. Many ancient references of the gem call it “chrysolite” instead. Early Christians considered it sacred, as it is mentioned multiple times throughout the Bible. In fact, Catholic bishops, to this day, wear a ring of peridot . . .

The Ruby: Stone of Nobility ˈrü-bē Ruby has always enjoyed a very regal position in legend, myth and lore; for thousands and thousands of years it has been a favored talisman for royalty worldwide. It is told that Catherine of Aragon wore an infamous ruby, that legend tells us turned  dark and dull the day before Henry VII announced he . . .