The Beauty of Birthstones
For a significant person in your life, the gift of birthstone jewellery is an extra special way to show how much you care. Unique to each birth month, these beautiful gemstones symbolise magical qualities believed throughout time. Said to strengthen relationships and bring luck to anyone wearing a gemstone that matches their birth month, birthstone jewellery makes a perfect meaningful gift. Celebrate their special day with QP Jewellers birthstone jewellery.
January
Garnet Jewellery
Garnet, a fiery red gemstone and the birthstone for January, symbolises protection, passion and energy. It is believed to be a protective stone that would shield one from injury, making it a favourite for royalty. Known as the 'pomegranate stone' due to its likeness to the seed of the fruit, this vibrant gemstone is the perfect gift for a January birthday. The contrast of this rich gemstone perfectly complements a black cocktail dress allowing the beautiful red hues of garnet to pop.
February
Amethyst Jewellery
With its deep and captivating purple hues, February's birthstone amethyst is a symbol of strength and empowerment. Known for its healing properties that date back centuries, amethyst is a spiritual gemstone that emits beauty and elegance. The versatility of amethyst makes it the most sought after variety of quartz. For a perfect addition to an understated look, opt for a pear cut amethyst. This popular choice helps the gemstone to sparkle beautifully, particularly in a flower pendant and stud earrings.
March
Aquamarine Jewellery
Symbolising peace and tranquillity like the oceans it is associated with, aquamarine is March's birthstone. Believed to ease anxiety and increase mental clarity, aquamarine's blue hues evoke calmness for the holder and protects their wellbeing. Deriving from the Latin for 'seawater', aquamarine washes away the holder's worries. A round cut aquamarine pendant necklace is favoured by many due to the simple yet beautiful nature of March's birthstone.
April
Diamond Jewellery
The world's most sought after gemstone, the diamond, is April's birthstone. For those lucky enough to be born in April, diamond represents love and strength to those who wear it. Known as the strongest material on earth, the word 'diamond' is derived from the Greek for invincible and can only be scratched by other diamonds. An April birthstone necklace will add dazzle and elegance that upgrades a casual outfit whilst also complementing formal attire. Diamonds really are a girl's best friend.
May
Emerald Jewellery
Originally mined in Eqypt and donned by Cleopatra herself, the vivid emerald is May's birthstone. This radiant green gemstone is considered a sacred symbol of rebirth and youth. Emerald is the perfect embodiment of life and the world around us, and the soft green hues of the gemstone provide comfort and relief for all who gaze upon it. The QP emerald collection features both natural and lab grown gemstones that offer different tones and hues, offering a choice for every occasion.
June
Pearl Jewellery
The only organic birthstone, the pearl is one of two birthstones for June along with alexandrite. Unlike other gemstones that have been formed over long periods of time, pearls are naturally formed in some shellfish, making them an exceptional piece of nature. Rising in popularity in the 20th century with stars like Audrey Hepburn and Coco Chanel showing off beautiful rich pearls, this has enabled June birthstone earrings such as pearl studs to become a staple of many jewellery collections.
June
Alexandrite Jewellery
Considered one of the newer gemstones, alexandrite is the other June birthstone in addition to pearl. Occasionally called the 'chameleon birthstone', this unique gemstone can be seen with both green and purple colours depending on the lighting with some referring to the stone as 'emeralds during the day and rubies at night'. An alexandrite single stone ring is favoured by many as it adds a simple yet memorable touch to an evening outfit as it shifts colours.
July
Ruby Jewellery
Known as the 'king of precious stones' throughout history, the alluring ruby is July's birthstone. This mystical gemstone has always been associated with love and passion due to its vibrant red hues. Believed to protect the holder from evil and give good fortune, the ruby is a loved choice by many. The passionate colour of this ruby makes it perfect for a romantic gift to a partner. A pair of radiant ruby drop earrings are the perfect love affair.
August
Peridot Jewellery
With its stunning lime green colours, peridot is August's birthstone. Initially discovered in ancient Egyptian times and referred to as the 'gem of the sun', it harnessed the power of nature to protect the wearer from the night. Throughout history, peridot has always been a desirable gemstone. A pear cut peridot necklace captures the sunlight to make the natural colours shine and help a person feel at one with nature.
September
Sapphire Jewellery
The celestial blue sapphire is September's birthstone. Known for its symbolism of truth, sincerity, and nobility, the sapphire has had close links with royalty throughout history. Said to be related to the third eye chakra, it has been believed to provide reflection and insight to the wearer. Exceptionally beautiful in a round cut, sapphire looks stunning set in stud earrings to add a subtle drop of regal elegance. Sapphire is the ideal gemstone to make someone feel like royalty.
October
Opal Jewellery
The kaleidoscopic nature of opal, October's birthstone, has made it popular throughout history and has been deemed the most magical of all the birthstones. Bringing luck to the holder, opal is an ideal gift for those born in October. The diverse nature of opal means that it can be worn in a variety of ways and can match any colour. An enchanting opal pendant will draw the attention of those around you with its vibrant colours, reflecting the light like no other gemstone.
November
Topaz Jewellery
Believed by ancient Greeks to grant the wearer strength, blue topaz is November's birthstone. The blue hues of this gemstone give off a calming aura and topaz has been believed to assure long life, beauty, and intelligence. A November pear cut birthstone necklace is a stunning option to showcase the gemstone: it combines perfectly with white gold features to add elegance to the already stunning gemstone.
November
Citrine Jewellery
With its soothing orange hues, citrine is November's birthstone. Possessing calming qualities that have been believed throughout the ages, this gemstone is known for drawing stress and negativity away from the holder. A round cut citrine gemstone really intensifies its shine, reminiscent of the morning sun. When set in a pair of QP Jewellers' stud earrings, November birthstone jewellery sparkles.
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December
Tanzanite Jewellery
Discovered around beautiful Mount Kilimanjaro in 1967, those born right at the end of the year have been blessed with tanzanite as December's birthstone. With its violet and blue hues, and sometimes even red, this new gemstone has trichroic properties that make it truly unique. A tanzanite tennis bracelet adds a touch of class to an understated look to compliment those born in December with its blue tones that are like no other.
