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The origin of the modern birthstone

Most gem scholars agree that the tradition of birthstones arose from the Breastplate of Aaron, a ceremonial religious garment set with twelve gemstones that represented the twelve tribes of Israel and also corresponded with the twelve signs of the zodiac and the twelve months of the year. Here’s a brief guide to the modern birthstones to help you choose the right piece of silver jewellery for you.

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Silver Jewellery for Spring

Those born in March should choose aquamarine, diamonds are a girl’s best friend for April, and May’s babies need silver jewellery set with emeralds. The blue of aquamarine is a divine, eternal colour, because it is the colour of the sky. It’s also the colour of water with its life-giving force. According to legend, it originated in the treasure chest of fabled mermaids, and has, since ancient times, been regarded as the sailors’ lucky stone. Its name is derived from the Latin ‘aqua’ (water) and ‘mare’ (sea). It is said that its strengths are developed to their best advantage when it is placed in water which is bathed in sunlight.

Silver Jewellery for Summer

The moonstone is the modern birthstone for those born in June, July’s children should have silver jewellery set with a ruby, and Peridot is the stone for August. For a long time India was regarded as the ruby’s classical country of origin. In the major works of Indian literature, a rich store of knowledge about gemstones has been handed down over a period of more than two thousand years. The Sanskrit word for ruby is ‘ratnaraj’, or ‘king of the gemstones’.

Silver Jewellery for Autumn

Sapphires are for September, October is the month of the opal, and November babies should receive a gift of silver jewellery set with a topaz. The topaz has been known for at least 2000 years and is one of the gemstones which form the foundations of the twelve gates to the Holy City of the New Jerusalem. These so-called apocalyptic stones are intended to serve in protection against enemies and as a symbol of beauty and splendour. The Romans dedicated the topaz to Jupiter.

Silver Jewellery for Winter

December’s child should have silver jewellery set with a turquoise, those born in January need garnets, and February is the month for the amethyst. In the ancient Persian kingdom, the turquoise was worn round the neck or wrist as protection against unnatural death. If they changed colour, the wearer was thought to have reason to fear the approach of doom. Meanwhile, it has been discovered that the turquoise certainly can change colour, caused by light, or by a chemical reaction brought about by cosmetics, dust or the acidity of the skin.

Whatever your modern birthstone, it can be enhanced when worn as a piece of silver jewellery.

At Travis & Leigh Fine Silver Jewellery we have an extensive collection of irresistible silver jewellery to suit all styles. Should you have any enquiries about our range or would like to place an order, please call us on 01732 868151 or email info@travisandleigh.com.