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Gemstones.
Spring's Green Emerald. Summer's Passionate
Red Ruby. Fall's Golden Citrine. The Gemstone
Calendar is a Jewelry
Guide for All Seasons.
January Birthstone: Garnet
The deep red color of the Garnet reminds of Victorian era jewelry, though their use traces back thousands of years. Learn about the January Birthstone.
December Birthstone: Blue Topaz
The wonderful winter colors of this gemstone make the Blue Topaz the perfect December stone. Learn about December's Birthstone.
November Birthstone: The Citrine
The wonderful fall colors of this golden gemstone make Citrine the perfect November stone. Citrine jewelry with large fine quality specimens can be bought at very reasonable prices. Learn about November's Birthstone
October Birthstone: The Opal
It is said that all the best qualities of all the best gemstones can be found in the brilliant and multicolored Opal. These fragile Australian gems are both beautiful and attainable. Learn about October's Birthstone.
September Birthstone: The Sapphire
It is said that the sky is a gigantic blue Sapphire in which the Earth is embedded. The beauty of the velvety blue Sapphire in jewelry is heavenly indeed. Learn about September's Birthstone.
August Birthstone: Peridot
Used in the jewelry of Egyptian rulers thousands of years ago the bright green Peridot is said to have been the favored gemstone of Cleopatra. Learn about the August Birthstone.
July Birthstone: Ruby
Long considered the king of gems, the ruby is said to symbolize love and passion. The beauty of pure red rubies cannot be matched. Learn about the July Birthstone.