Gemstone Overview
Overview of the different types of gemstones
- Garnet - January birthstone
This unique stone on the list of gemstones is available in different colors and is therefore also called a rainbow gemstone. It is available in Russia, Africa, Sri Lanka, Namibia and Rhododendron with red, green, orange, pink and purple colors. For this reason, it is widely used as a gift stone.
- Amethyst - February gemstone
A widely available and beautiful colored stone is available in several forms. The wonderful color of the gemstone is so attractive that it matches both gold and silver. A great stone to have in your wardrobe is the February stone. Gemstone jewelry with this stone gives a great look to your personality.
- Aquamarine - March birthstone
The name itself tells that the color of the stone is sea blue. The stone is very beneficial for the people born in March. It is also a gem that smooths the relationship between two and therefore it is a perfect gift for the newlyweds.
- Jade - March 2 birthstone
The jade gemstone is said to be a royal stone as it was set in the crowns of the great emperors in ancient times. The gemstone jewelry with a jade is also well known in the community, such as the Darbar and the Maharajas in the present time. It is a smooth and shiny stone that is also available in pink, lavender and white color.
- Diamond - April birthstone
Among the many types of gemstones, diamonds are the most renowned. They are admired all over the world and are extremely attractive to men and women studded in gold, silver or platinum. They are available in many sizes and colors; they are said to have formed when lightning struck the rocks and turned hard in the depths of the earth.
- Emerald - May birthstone
Emerald is one of the rarest gemstones found. The green color of the gemstone is dark green with a bluish tinge. It is believed that the ancient mummies received an emerald next to their neck, meaning eternal youth.
- Alexandrite - June birthstone
This is also known as a magic gemstone as it changes its colors when seen. In the daytime, its color is blue with a moss green effect. At night it turns red in the lamplight with a touch of raspberry color. It was discovered in Mount Iraq in 1930 and is available in Brazil, Sri Lanka and East Africa.
- Pearl - June birthstone
It is believed that a pearl is the tear of God. It is the only gemstone available in a living being; sea seashells. It is the most adorable and expensive gemstone. The original pearls are difficult to get hold of, and therefore artificial pearls in different colors are available. They give gemstone jewelry a classic look.
- Moonstone - June birthstone
A crystal stone on the gemstone list is believed to have been formed by the cold breeze from the moon. Among various colors, the moonstone with blue luster color is the perfect stone with the greatest clarity. It is easily accessible in India and Madagascar.
- Ruby - July birthstone
The king of gems, ruby, has always been a favorite among kings and queens in ancient times. The main attraction of this gemstone is the many different colors it carries. Widely available in the valleys of Burma, Myanmar and Tanzania, it is widely used to make gemstone jewelry of various shapes.
- Peridot - August birthstone
Peridot is one of the few gemstones available in a single color, lime green. It is available from Pakistan, China, Myanmar and Arizona. It is available in various forms and takes your jewelry collection to a new level. It is also affordable and easily accessible.
- Spinel - August birthstone
The spinels have a similar color to the ruby and are therefore also known as the ruby's daughter. Rarely available, they are also available in different colors and textures. When set in Jewelry, they give a royal look to the wearer.
- Sapphire - September birthstone
The word sapphire indicates the color of the stone, violet blue. They are available all over the world but the expensive ones are found in Myanmar, Kashmir and Sri Lanka. They are available in different colors and shapes and are one of the few precious gems. They give an elegant look when obsessed with jewelry design.
- Lapis Lazuli - September birthstone
The word lapis lazuli itself describes the stone color. That means blue stone. This stone is also known as a royal stone as it was treasured in ancient times by kings and queens. Available in two shades, sky blue and sea blue, they attract you in one look.
- Opal - October birthstone
Also known as the queen of gemstones, opal is the most beautiful gemstone among various gemstones. It is available in rainbow colors that have the colors blue and green together, red and yellow flashes, etc. With every shade, it gives a realistic look. The rare black opal is also a delicate stone that is most preferred.
- Rubellite - October birthstone
The other name given to this amazing stone is red tourmaline. The color of the stone is a combination of pink and red ruby. The stone shines the same in both daylight and lamplight. It is believed to stimulate the heart chakra and the human root chakra as it is related to the earth and the heart.
- Topaz - November birthstone
One gemstone available in a variety of cool colors is topaz. Imperial Topaz, which comes in orange and pink color, is the most expensive topaz gemstone. The stone looks amazing and gives a perfect look to the jewelry made with gold and silver.
- Citrine - November birthstone
A lemon yellow to orange-brown colored stone is also available in various attractive forms. It is also readily available at an affordable price. The brightness of the stone gives a glimpse of the sun, and therefore it is believed to be a gift of it. The color makes it beautiful when it is studded with gold jewelry.
- Tanzanite - December birthstone
This is the only stone on the gemstone list, available in velvety blue color with shades of purple. It is also only available in one place, namely Mount Kilimanjaro in Kenya. The stone is available in different shapes and colors, making it favorable for jewelry design.
- Turquoise - December birthstone
The turquoise is said to be the robin's egg. It is crystal clear, transparent and available in cool and calm colors. They are also known as a matrix as they provide a design similar to the spider web. It is the oldest stone worn by the foremost kings and queens on their crowns and dresses.
- Zircon - December birthstone
The stone is available in colors like sea blue, green, yellow, orange, etc. The stone is rare and also affordable, so it is very popular in gemstone jewelry. It is the oldest jewel on earth and is found mostly in the crust. The body of the people wears the blue zircon in December.
- Shiny lemon yellow stone
Inspired by nature, these diamonds are also known as the fancy color diamond. They are rare and available in cool colors like light yellow, light pink, sky blue, orange, brown, cognac, etc. They give a fancy look over silver jewelry with designer clothes.
- Morganite gemstones
A stone that is a favorite among almost every woman on earth is morganatic. It is available in colors like pink and peach, which gives coolness to your look. As it is suitable for both silver and gold, it is the dominant stone in the jewelry industry.
- Onyx gemstones
Ever thought of wearing a black stone? Here you go with a black but fashionable gemstone onyx. It is never out of trend and therefore high demand. It gives a classic look to the wearer. Also available in colors like brown, red and white, but is highly preferred in black.
- Paraiba - tourmaline
Among the various gemstones, Paraiba Tourmaline is the most precious and most expensive gemstone. Paraiba's oceans are the only place you can find these rocks. It is a combination of sea blue and green colors.