Peridot is named after the French word peritot, meaning gold, because the stone’s gentle green color is tinged with a hint of gold.

The soft green color of the genuine Peridot gemstone has long been called an ‘evening emerald’ because under artificial light the stone glows a brilliant green.

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History and Lore 

In the middle ages, Europeans brought Peridot stones back from the Crusades to decorate church plates and robes.

Peridot was known to ancient Hebrews and is listed both as one of the stones used by Aaron and found in the text of the apocalypse (Revelations). 

Throughout history, there have been many legends that state the strong magical power that the Peridot possesses: 

• If the gem is set in gold, it will develop its full potential as a talisman and will have the power to dispel terrors of the night- fears and bad dreams.
• Cups or other vessels made of peridot were used in healing because medicinal liquids drunk from them were more effective.
• Wearing Peridot will protect the wearer from the ‘evil eye’.
• Peridot will bring happiness and good cheer 
• Peridot will strengthen your eyes. 
• Peridot frees your mind of envious thoughts and is an aid in making friends

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Ruby… when you say the word, you can visualize the colorful, emotional images which rubies invoke: fiery hearts, passion, romance, blood, and power. Ruby’s coveted red color ranges from medium red to dark orangey red to purplish red. The reddest rubies most likely convinced ancient peoples of ruby’s medicinal powers.

Folklore

Thirteenth century medical literature from India tells us that a ruby could cure digestive disorders. Warriors in Burma put rubies under their skin to protect them in battle. Other ancient cultures felt that rubies brought peace and prosperity.

If you wore a ruby ring, it would bring health, wealth, wisdom, and love. Some even believed that if you wore a ruby ring or ruby brooch on the left side that you would have a magical ability to live among your enemies in peace

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The name Rhodolite  probably comes from the Greek word, “rhodon”, meaning rose. Rhodolite tends to be lighter in color than most other kinds of red-garnet (another way of referring to rhodolite).  The mixture of red and violet in rhodolite is very attractive, and purple-red (similar to ruby) is its most sought after color. 

Folklore 

Rhodolite has been widely known for thousands of years. Rhodolite is found in jewelry from ancient Egyptian, Greek and Roman eras. The famous arkman Noah reportedly used a lantern containing Rhodolite to safely steer his ark through the darkness of night. Many courageous explorers and travelers wore Rhodolite for protection because it was considered a popular talisman and protective stone.

Since antiquity Rhodolite has been astrologically assigned to the planets Mars, Mercury and Pluto. 

Rhodolite is said to help those suffering from arthritis, pancreatitis and varicose veins. Although not yet approved by the FDA, the healing power of gems has been touted by medicine men, shamans and healers for centuries.  Simply wear the gemstone in close contact to the affected body part, and be sure to consult your doctor just in case!

Pearls

 

Throughout history June’s birthstone, the pearl has been revered as one of the world’s most beautiful and magical gems.  Its association with love, purity, innocence and feminity is found in the religions and mythology of ancient cultures. Pearls have long been regarded as something very rare, fine and valuable. 

Pearls are unique among birthstones because they are formed organically inside a living underwater inhabitant – the mollusk. 

Folklore 

The ancient Egyptians prized pearls so much they were buried with them. Cleopatra supposedly crushed and dissolved a single pearl in a glass of wine and drank it as a statement that she could consume the wealth of an entire nation in just one meal!

During the Dark Ages, while fair maidens of nobility cherished delicate pearl necklaces, gallant knights often wore pearls into battle. They believed the magic of these lustrous gems would protect them from harm. 

Pearls can  help the wearer get in touch with the simple, honest things in life. They are associated with dignity, wisdom, tranquility, and charity. They are thought to possess curative powers for stomach disorders, prevent ulcers and heart attacks, and alleviate headaches, high blood pressure and exhaustion.

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This article appeared in the Naples Daily News and the Marconews.com on February 21 and 22, 2010:

NAPLES — Call it serendipity. Or a sign of faith. Or, even, a simple twist of fate.

Michael Endelman couldn’t sell his Hammock Bay condominium, so instead of launching a new jewelry line up North, he established a virtual office in Naples. Kids Gold Jewelry Source has been an online store since Jan. 22.

At a time when national jewelry chain stores are in trouble — on Feb. 9 Zale Corp. retained Peter J. Solomon Co. to help maximize and diversify its investments — local businessmen have discovered that the twists of fate wind more deeply than one can imagine, and bigger is not better.

For several decades, Endelman, 59, had a jewelry design and manufacturing business up North, specializing in fine children’s jewelry. It was called Baby Gold.

His business grew nationally and he sold to a wide range of national retailers including Bailey, Banks & Biddle; Macy’s, Littmans Jewelers; and even Kmart. He also sold to privately owned stores.

One of his long-time customers was Eric Braha, 57, who owned Freeman’s Kids, a children’s clothing store in Ramsey, N.J. Baby Gold was a big seller in Braha’s store.

But Endelman and Braha had never met.

Endelman remembers Braha as a good customer who always paid his bills on time. Braha remembers Endelman as selling a solid marketable product.

Several years ago, Braha sold the store and moved his family to Arizona.

Endelman got divorced, met someone new, and was vacationing with her in Scottsdale. Turns out Braha’s wife knew Endelman’s new girlfriend. So the two businessmen met over a social dinner before they realized they’d been doing business for decades.

It was about six months after that, on a return trip to Scottsdale, that the two started discussing an Internet-based jewelry business.

It took a year to pull together, but KidsGoldJewelrySource.com is up and running.

Their customers: mothers, grandmas, aunts, fathers, uncles and friends all looking to buy baby’s first gift and beyond. That’s a huge range of celebrations including baptism, first holy communion, Bar Mitzvah, Bat Mitzah and, of course, birthdays and holidays.

Endelman handles sales; Braha undertook fulfillment.

Another Naples resident got pulled into the business with Endelman and Braha.

Last Yom Kippur, Endelman swung by Beth Tikvah of Naples. He found himself sitting next to Jo Frank Goodman, who lives near the beach in Old Naples.

“I was sitting in shul on Yom Kippur. Her family was in the diamond business. We didn’t want to invest in a real (expensive diamond) inventory,” Endelman said. “Next thing I know I have this girl on the Web site with me.”

Her contribution to the site is Diamond Door Diamonds, with four generations of Leo Franks & Sons of Troy, Mich., behind her.

“Now that the Internet is an accepted retail environment, I am confident that our new venture, Kids Gold Jewelry Source, will be a success because buying from our online store will be easy, saving you time and money,” Endelman said.

Braha said he’s delighted to be working with Endelman again.

The new company’s one-stop destination for packaged classic 14-karat gold children’s jewelry will “put a big smile on the faces of our customers when they first open the package they bought from us,” Braha said.

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Emerald is the modern and traditional May Birthstone.  It is also listed as a birthstone for the Zodiac signs of Taurus and Cancer.

The name Emerald is derived from the French “esmeraude” and the Greek root “smaragdos” which means ‘green gemstone’.

Emerald is the only stone, besides Topaz, that is listed in all of the ancient birthstone tables.

Folklore 

Emeralds were used as amulets to ward off epilepsy in children and believed to cure diseases of the eye. 

Folklore suggests that these stones will improve memory, intelligence, and enhance clairvoyance thus helping to predict future events.

 Emeralds are also worn to enhance love and contentment. Cleopatra prized emeralds above all other gems. 

Gift Giving Events

A May birthday is a wonderful time to give the child you love a pair of emerald earrings or an emerald ring.

This gem is suggested as an anniversary gift for the 20th and 35th anniversaries and as an alternate stone for the 55th wedding anniversary.

 Care

Emeralds are brittle stones and care should be taken when wearing or cleaning them. They should never be immersed in an ultrasonic jewelry cleaner or subjected to steam cleaning.

 KidsGoldJewelrySource.com  hosts a beautiful collection of 14k gold genuine Emerald May Birthstone  rings and earrings for children.

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The word zircon is derived from two Arabic words: ‘zar’ which means ‘gold’ and ‘gun’ which means ‘color’.

The colorless white zircons of Sri Lanka were sold under the name of ‘Matura Diamond’ and were the best known simulant to real diamonds. They were used widely as a low price diamond alternative since  the 19th century.

Folklore & Mythology

According to Indian Hindu mythology, Zircon was one of the many gemstones of the ‘Kalpa Tree’. This mythological tree was used during symbolic offerings to the gods, is believed to grant wishes, and was described by Hindu poets of the 19th century as a “glowing ensemble of precious stones like sapphires, diamonds and topaz.”

Travelers and others who wear genuine blue or white zircon gemstones are believed to be protected from diseases, are warmly welcomed to new places, and are ensured a good night’s sleep! 

KidsGoldJewelrySource.com features the genuine White Zircon as the Birthstone for the month of April.

March Birthstone: Aquamarine 

The modern March birthstone is Aquamarine. Its name is derived from Latin, meaning ‘water and sea’. It is also the birthstone for the Zodiac sign of Scorpio.

Aquamarine is a member of the beryl family and ranges in color from almost colorless to blue-green or teal.  The most prized color is a deep-blue aqua color. 

Folklore, Legend, and Healing Properties 

Since early times, Aquamarine is believed to endow the wearer with foresight, courage, and happiness. It is said to increase intelligence and make one youthful.

As a healing stone, it is said to be effective as a treatment for anxiety. 

 In the Middle Ages people believed that aquamarine would reduce the effect of poisons. 

One legend says that sailors wore aquamarine gemstones to keep them safe and prevent seasickness. 

Gift-Giving Events

A March Birthday is a wonderful time to give someone you love a pair of 14k gold Aquamarine earrings, or gold ring.

Aquamarine is suggested as the gem to give on the 16th and 19th wedding anniversaries.

KidsGoldJewelrySource.com hosts a beautiful collection of genuine Aquamarine Earrings and rings for children.

February Birthstone: Amethyst

Amethyst is the official birthstone for the month of February. It is also the birthstone for the Zodiac sign of Pisces. Amethyst is the purple variety of quartz and the most valued member of the quartz family. It’s purple color made it a stone for royalty for thousands of years.

Throughout history the amethyst stone has been used to guard against drunkeness, and is thought to be hepful in overcoming addictions. As a healing tool, it has been used to cure hearing disorders, insomnia, headaches, and other pain.

A person who wears a genuine amethyst stone tends to feel gentle and amiable. Amethyst’s powers extend into the realm of dreams, healing, peace, love, spirituality, happiness, courage, and  protection from thieves.

Amethyst is suggested as the gem to give on the fourth, sixth, and 17th wedding anniversaries.

Beautiful genuine Amethyst Birthstone earrings and rings for children can be purchased in the Kids Gold Jewelry Source webstore.

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Kidsgoldjewelrysource.com presents:

A very short history of Genuine Birthstones…

Genuine Birthstones have played an important role in the history of man and womankind dating back to biblical times. Many cultures have used genuine birthstones to enhance health, fortune, and positive energies. Historians trace their use to the Book of Exodus when Aaron, the high priest, forged a sacred piece of armor containing twelve stones representing the twelve tribes of Israel, the twelve signs of the Zodiac and the twelve months of the year. Over the centuries various cultures used different stones for many different purposes including jewelry.

Gift-giving events

A birthday is the most appropriate event for giving jewelry containing a genuine birthstone, however health, good fortune and good wishes are some other significant reasons for bestowing these gifts. The Jewelers Association of America created a formal listing of Genuine Birthstones in 1912 which has been amended from time to time.

Kids Gold Jewelry Source uses the following Genuine Birthstones in its birthstone collection of earrings and rings:

January: Garnet, February: Amethyst, March: Aquamarine, April: White Zircon, May: Emerald, June: Rhodolite, July: Ruby, August: Peridot, September: Sapphire, October: Opal, November:  Citrine, December: Blue Zircon

Colorful examples of these genuine birthstones in 14k gold earrings and rings can be seen at Kids Gold Jewelry Source.

 

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