The tradition and folklore of birthstones can be found in history and superstition. Stones have long been associated with mystical and magical powers, such as protection and good luck. During the Middle Ages, some jewels are designed to evoke the most power when used during a given month. Gradually, a gem has been associated with each month. Rich people often owned jewelry, with all the designated twelve stones, and are in rotation throughout the year. Over timeonwards, it has become more common to use only the stone of your birth year. E 'is also considered unlucky to wear jewelry with another stone that was not the birth month. In early 1900, six of the old stones have been replaced more easily accessible and available. Today, both traditional and modern forms are recognized, with six of the twelve months with two Birthstones. Each stone has its own meaning andlegend.
January
Garnet - dark red associated with blood and, therefore, vital force, garnet is said to protect the wearer from nightmares and offer guidance in dark times. The ancient Egyptians originally garnet necklaces and bracelets. The name derives from the Greek granatus, meaning "red wheat," perhaps referring to the grenade.
February
Amethyst - Purple Peace and tranquility are the main qualities associatedamethyst, which also provides protection for the user. In Greek mythology, amethyst was thought to promote sobriety, amethystos word comes from Greek, meaning "not drunk." This gem is also said to have been a favorite of Catherine the Great.
March
Modern: Aquamarine - blue aquamarine from the Latin word meaning "water of the oceans", aquamarine protects traditionally at sea and to promote health and hope for the user. In particular, thegem is called a sea shield from dizziness and alleviating depression. The turquoise is also associated with happy marriages, where spouses or long-married couples.
Antigua: Bloodstone, Heliotrope - dark green and red is said to inspire the passion and courage, bloodstone is a dark green, almost black, and lined with light-reflecting red spots, stains of blood. During the Middle Ages, the stone is believed to contain the blood of Christ, in spirit possessionpowers of healing and purification. Heliotrope means "convert the sun", derived from the Greek helios (sun) and trepein (turn).
April
Diamond - colorless eternal love is the message of this classic sparkling jewel, while the carrier release force. The diamond comes from the word adamans in Latin means "indestructible." In the Middle Ages, diamonds were thought to protect the wearer from black magic and a resistancebattle.
May
Emerald Green - This animated gem, whose name derives from the esmaraldus Latin, meaning "green" was thought to have skills and an antidote to empower the user guessing. Cleopatra was an avid collector of Emerald and had his own gem mines.
June
Modern:
Pearl - This white jewel promotes chastity and purity. The ancient Greeks believed that pearls were the hardened tears of joy Aphrodite,goddess of love. First cultivated in China in the 13th century, pearls can take three to five years to develop in freshwater mussels. The word probably derives from the pearl studs of America, which means "leg", with reference to the shape of the leg-to-ram of a mollusk.
Construction:
Alexandrite - red-orange This jewel brings joy and good fortune and promotes self-esteem. Named after Czar Alexander II of Russia, the gem was discovered on his 16th birthday in the Urals. JulyRuby - ruby red denotes harmony with charm and beauty. Due to the ancient belief that the ruby is unquenchable flame, a symbol of eternal love. When used in the left hand is said to bring luck. The name comes from Latin Rubeus, meaning "red."
August
Modern: Peridot, Chrysolite - light green, gold This stone is said to promote vitality, relieve anxiety and bring wealth. The name comes from the Arabic green peridotfaridat word, meaning "jewel." The name of Gold chrysolithus Chrysolina comes from the Latin, meaning "golden stone."
Elderly: Sardonyx - red-brown worn by Roman soldiers to promote the courage and boldness, sardonic is still widely used for making cameos and carvings. The name comes from the combination of Sered Persian, meaning "red-brown and onyx Latin, meaning" nail "or" claw ". The stone is often striped with white stripes or black, giving the appearance of the barbrands.
September
Sapphire - Blue Sapphire shines rich with faith and honesty. The name is taken from the Greek sappheiros, which means "blue stone." The ancient Egyptians associated the sapphire with the "eye of Horus", or "eye of heaven." Priests traditionally wear sapphires for its association with purity, royalty, while the wearing of wisdom. engagement ring for Princess Diana and pendant featured sapphires.
October
Modern:Opal - miscellaneous multicolored opalus Latin, meaning "precious stone", this gem only promotes the purity and innocence associated with children. In the Middle Ages, red opal is thought to cure diseases of the blood, while white opal was considered a cure for brain disorders. When set in gold and worn as a necklace, black opal is said to protect travelers to distant lands.
Antique Pink Tourmaline - beautiful pink tourmaline pink represents love and compassion, from Sanskrittoramalli, referring to Sri Lanka, where he found the jewel in the first place. This gem was thought to be a room against death during the Middle Ages.
November
Modern: Topaz - yellow, blue or pink Linked to sanity and health, the Topaz is also said to make the user impervious to danger. The name derives from the Greek tοpazοs, which was the traditional name of San Juan Island in the Red Sea, where the stone for the first time, presumably unprotected. It was considered byGreeks to be the cornerstone of the Force. When exposed to warmth, yellow topaz becomes pink.
Elderly: Citrine - yellow or orange associated with energy and heat, citrine is believed to help against depression and promote the spiritual welfare. Citrinus citrine comes from the Latin, meaning "lemon-colored."
December
Modern: Zircon Blue - Medium Blue Said to bless the user with the success and prosperity, blue zircon is also believed to relieve pain andpromote peaceful sleep. If the gem loses its luster, says he is a danger signal. Zircon zarqun name is Arabic, meaning "gold", as most of zirconium has a yellow color.
Antigua: turquoise - This popular stone brings good fortune and happiness; turqueise French, means "Turk", the stone was obtained from Turkey. The jewel is an adornment of the body important to the ancient Egyptians and is considered sacred by many Native Americanstribe.
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