Child's Genuine Amethyst Heart Earrings

Genuine Amethyst in February – how radiant!

The beautiful Amethyst is the official birthstone for the month of February.  It is also the birthstone for the Zodiac sign of Pisces. Amethyst is suggested as a gem to give on the 4th, 6th and 17th wedding anniversaries.

Amethyst is the most valued member of the quartz family.  Its color ranges from the lightest shade of lavender to the deepest purple. The darker shades are considered the most valuable and have been used by royalty for thousands of years.

Amethyst derives its name from the Greek word amethystus, meaning ‘sober’. Throughout history Amethyst has been used to prevent drunkenness and to help in overcoming addiction to drugs and alcohol.

Amethyst Folklore

A genuine Amethyst stone has the power to reduce nervous tension and negativity. It is used during meditation for its calming effects.  Amethyst’s calming effects are aligned with its healing and spiritual properties. Religious leaders have worn amethyst stones throughout the ages as a symbol of purity and ‘correct’ living.

Wearing the Amethyst stone will increase intelligence and will protect you against evil.

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14k Gold Genuine Citrine November Necklace

Citrine is named after the French word Citrin, meaning lemon. The color of citrine ranges from straw and sun yellow, to clay orange, to deep wine-colored Madeira red. The Madeira colored stones were once considered the most valuable, but in modern times the more vivid yellows and oranges have taken their place. Natural bright yellow citrine is the rarest of the quartz varieties.

The sparkling Citrine stone has been used to imitate topaz and was once called Brazilian topaz. Citrine is the gemstone that celebrates the 13th anniversary of marriage, and is the planetary stone for the sun sign of Virgo.

Citrine has been popular for thousands of years and used to be revered for its rarity, though that has changed with time. The ancient Romans used it for beautiful jewelry and intaglio work. It was also very popular for jewelry in the 19th century.

During the Art Deco period between World Wars I and II, large citrines were set in many prized pieces, including the elaborate Art Deco inspired jewelry pieces made for big Hollywood stars such as Greta Garbo and Joan Crawford.

Folklore, Legend, and Healing Properties

Citrine is believed to promote creativity and personal clarity, and  reduce self-destructive tendencies. The stone supports the heart, kidneys, digestive tract, liver and muscles. (This previous statement has not been approved by the FDA!).

Children's 14k Genuine Opal 3mm Earrings

“A child as beautiful as love” is the name Romans give to opal, which they wear as a symbol of hope, purity and love. The word opal comes from the latin opalus and from the Greek derivative opallios, meaning “to see a change of color”.

Genuine opal can be found inside a variety of rocks, and the rainbow of colors within is produced by the water content which can be as high as 20%.

Opal’s colors range from clear through white, gray, red, orange, yellow, green, blue, magenta, rose, pink, slate, olive, brown, and black. Of these hues, the reds against black are the most rare, white and greens the most common.

Opal is the national gemstone of Australia, which according to Wikipedia produces  97% of the world’s  white, light and crystal opal.

Opal is the gemstone given to celebrate the 14th year of marriage.

Folklore

Among the ancients, opal was a symbol of fidelity and assurance. Later on it became associated with religious emotional prayer.

In medieval times, blond maidens wore necklaces made of opals – this was considered an absolute guarantee to prevent their hair from fading or darkening.

Legends speak of opal’s power to ward off lightning.

Opals were believed to have strong therapeutic effect on eye diseases. When worn as an amulet, it would make the wearer immune from disease as well as increase the powers of the eyes and the mind. To the extent the colors of red and green were seen, the wearer would also enjoy the therapeutic powers of those stones: ruby’s ability to stop bleeding or emerald’s ability to prevent epilepsy.

Kids 14k gold genuine sapphire ring

Sapphire

The word sounds as magical as the images it conjures up…sapphire blue skies, sapphire blue waters, and sapphire blue flowers.

Although the word sapphire usually means a blue gem, we also find sapphires in a wide range of colors including violet, green, yellow, orange, pink and purple.

Sapphires and rubies are different shades of gem-quality ‘corundum’, a class of stone that is second in strength to the diamond.

Folklore

• Sapphire rings have been popular since the Middle Ages. Clergy favored blue sapphire rings because the color represented heaven.
• Magicians felt sapphire rings helped them command spirits.
• Many people felt a sapphire ring helped ward off evil and sickness, including the plague.
• The blue sapphire is known as the “wisdom stone” and restores balance to a person’s physical, emotional and spiritual life.

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.

Children's 14k gold August Peridot Birthstone Leverback Earrings

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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

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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14k Gold Rhodolite June Birthstone Ring

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

14k Gold Cultured Pearl Children's ring

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.

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.

April Birthstone White Zircon 14k Gold Ring

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.

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 14k gold child's earrings

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.