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Ruby – July’s Birthstone

Posted on July 10, 2012 by

“The glowing ruby shall adorn, Those who in July are born; Then they’ll be exempt and free From love’s doubts and anxiety.”     The month of July boasts the deep, blood-red ruby birthstone associated with passion, power and love. Known as … Continue reading →

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What is that sparkle beneath the flame?

Posted on June 21, 2012 by

As the Olympic Torch passes through our cities and towns with its brightly lit flame it had us wondering what the beautifully designed and crafted Torch is actually made of? We discovered that the Torch is made up of inner … Continue reading →

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Pearl – June’s Birthstone

Posted on June 7, 2012 by

“Who comes with summer to this earth and owes to June her hour of birth, A pearl should wear against her skin whose innocence many a heart shall win.” Junes’ birthstone is a Pearl, possibly the most purest gem of … Continue reading →

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What’s all the fuss about winning the Premier League trophy?

Posted on May 15, 2012 by

It’s no wonder that the prestigious English Premier League trophy is something that is so highly fought over. The trophy’s base is made from malachite, a semi-precious African stone and the body from solid sterling silver. The emerald green opaque malachite stone … Continue reading →

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Aquamarine/Bloodstone – March’s Birthstone

Posted on March 5, 2012 by

“Who in this world of ours their eyes In March first open shall be wise, In days of peril firm and brave, And wear a bloodstone to their grave” March has two birthstones – Aquamarine and Bloodstone.   The name … Continue reading →

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Amethyst – February’s birthstone

Posted on February 1, 2012 by

  “The February-born shall find Sincerity and peace of mind, Freedom from passion and from care, If they an amethyst will wear.”   Amethyst is actually a mineral and is a violet variety of quartz very popular in jewellery.     … Continue reading →

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Garnet – January’s birthstone

Posted on January 1, 2012 by

  “By her who in this month (January) is born No gem save garnets should be worn; They will ensure her constancy, True friendship, and fidelity.” Garnet comes from the Latin word “granatus” which means grain. Garnet deposits are small … Continue reading →

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Topaz – November’s birthstone

Posted on November 1, 2011 by

  “Who first comes to this world below In drear November’s fog and snow, Should prize the topaz’s amber hue, Emblem of friends and lovers true.”   Topaz is a common gemstone that has been used for centuries in jewellery.  It … Continue reading →

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Opal – October’s birthstone

Posted on October 1, 2011 by

  “October’s child is born for woe, And life’s vicissitudes must know, But lay an opal on her breast, And hope will lull those woes to rest.”   The name Opal evolved from the Greek “Opallus” which means to see a … Continue reading →

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Sapphire – September’s birthstone

Posted on September 1, 2011 by

  “A maiden born when September leaves Are rustling in September’s breeze, A sapphire on her brow should bind `Twill cure diseases of the mind.” Sapphires are the stone of holy blessing.  They symbolises truth, serenity and faithfulness, making them an excellent … Continue reading →

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