What does your birthstone reveal about your personality? Are you cold and ruthless as a diamond? Or quiet and humble like a Amethyst? If you’re into Astrology, you might also be interested in learning more about the meaning of your birthstone. Here is what each gemstone stands for: 1) January’s birthstone is the Garnet. Do … Read more
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Happy September Birthday! – September Birthstone
The Sapphire is the September Birthstone! The sapphire is a well known gem, often recognized most easily in blue. A variety of corundum, sapphires can occur in every color including red, otherwise known as a Ruby. – “Sapphire” is Greek for blue. – Represents honestly, loyalty and purity and are thus popular engagement ring side … Read more
Happy August Birthday! The August birthstones are Peridot, Sardonyx and Spinel!
August babies have three birthstones to choose from, peridot, sardonyx and spinel. Here’s more on The August Birthstones Peridot is know for its bright lime color. Here in Hawaii they’re also known as the tears of Pele, the goddess of fire. It is also believed to bring magical powers and is more valuable and rare … Read more
Happy April Birthday! – Diamond
If you are born in April, your birthstone is the diamond! Lucky you! Diamonds are the most commonly known and sought after of all stones. Commonly used in wedding rings, the most common diamond desired is colorless, however fancy color diamonds are extraordinarily valuable in colors such as yellow, blue and pink. Diamonds are the … Read more
The Difference between Pearls and Mother of Pearl
Are you wondering, “Where to sell to my old pearl jewelry in Hawaii”? Click here to Schedule an appointment with us today! Mother of Pearl vs. Pearls Pearls have been a staple in the jewelry industries for many years. Whether it’s a classic celebrity like Elizabeth Taylor, or a member of royalty, pearls have long stood for elegance, sophistication, and style. There are … Read more
Happy March Birthday! – Aquamarine
The birthstone for March babies is Aquamarine. Aquamarine is beautiful clear blue stone. Named so because of it’s beautiful water color (Aqua meaning “water” and Marina meaning “sea), Aquamarine is a symbol of tranquility, hope, and youth. Aquamarine is part of the Beryl family of mineral Aquamarine is the traditional 19th wedding anniversary gem The … Read more
Happy October Birthday! – Opal & Tourmaline
Tourmaline comes in a rainbow of colors! Meaning “mixed stone”, tourmaline can be red to yellow to green and more. Tourmaline that shows more than one color, such as bi-color or tricolor tourmaline is highly prized. – Watermelon Tourmaline shows Pink, green and white, resembling a watermelon! – Iron and Titanium are believed to produce … Read more
Happy August Birthday! – Peridot & Sardonyx
Peridot Peridot is a beautiful green stone. The green of peridot ranges from bright lime green to a brownish olive. Some facts about Peridot: – In Hawaiian culture, Peridot represents the tears of the Goddess Pele (Goddess of fire/volcano) – Greeks believed that the Peridot bestowed royalty – The best Peridots are said to be … Read more
