Stone of the Month: Peridot (August)
Peridot has adorned jewellery and sacred objects across continents for thousands of years with its deep greens and yellows anointing it the nickname of 'Gem of the Sun' in Ancient...
BIRTHSTONES BLOG: April
Welcome to our second edition of Stone of the Month! Each month, we'll be delving into the properties, history and meaning behind its Birthstone. Known for being both a Hollywood Showstopper and stone of eternal love, this month we'll be looking at the sparkly world of Diamonds.
Bold, lively, passionate
Bravery, determination, high energy
Fire
Diamonds were first discovered in India around the 4th century BCE and were highly valued by early civilisations for their beauty and protective, healing properties. In ancient India, these stones were believed to ward off evil and were used as talismans for protection.
However in Europe, it wasn't until around 327 BCE that Diamonds were introduced. Said to have been brought over by Alexander The Great, they were prevalent in The Middle Ages as a status symbol within Royal circles, portraying power and invincibility.
Derived from the Greek word Adamas, meaning unconquerable or indestructible, the word Diamond reflects the gem's renowned hardness in both physical and spiritual properties.
If you're looking for a beautiful, shimmering Diamond alternative, we have a wide range of Zircon pieces for you to browse through to your heart's delight. Have a look at our Zircon collection below...
Peridot has adorned jewellery and sacred objects across continents for thousands of years with its deep greens and yellows anointing it the nickname of 'Gem of the Sun' in Ancient...
Blazing with a powerful crimson hue, Rubies have been cherished for centuries across civilisations, long symbolising passion, power, and protection. In Ancient India, they were revered as the “king of...
Welcome to our third edition of Stone of the Month! Each month, we'll be delving into the properties, history and meaning behind its Birthstone.
Welcome to our third edition of Stone of the Month! Each month, we'll be delving into the properties, history and meaning behind its Birthstone. With deep, juicy greens and the energy...