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Sapphire – September Gemstone
Sapphire, i
n all its rainbow of color, in the germ given to those born in September or to those born under the sign of Aquarius. Sapphire, especially blue one, makes a truly brilliant gift for celebrating 5th, 7th, 10th and 45th wedding anniversary.
The ancient people believed that blue Sapphire had influence over the spirit world because of holding in its depth the power of sea and sky. The calming influence of blue has also made its an enduring symbol for loyalty and trust – one reason that women around the world choose Sapphire rings for their engagement ring.
Sapphire jewelry such as Sapphire Necklace, Sapphire bracelet and Sapphire rings is most popular among the Gemstone Jewelry. A blue sapphire ring in white gold with antique design just takes your breath way. Or you lady looks exotic with an Orange Sapphire ring, or Cranberry Sapphire ring. Deep blue Sapphire necklace and earrings with diamond accent are absolutely worthy for special occasions.
GARNET
Red garnet is typically the gem of choice for those born in January. This gemstone has a deeply earthy red color that appeal to those who seek a sophisticated yet natural look. Untreated Mozambique Garnet offers it’s brilliance and also affordability.
Garnet jewelry is rated good for everyday wear. Avoid exposure to heat or sudden change of temperature. Clean Garnet by gently rubbing with a soft toothbrush and a solution of mild dish soap and warm water.
Garden Green
Yes, the lush, exotic garden-variety green Emerald is representative of life, springtime and vitality. In ancient Rome, the green was symbolized the beauty and love of goddess Venus. Perhaps this is why Emerald is the gemstone chosen by love birds to celebrate their 20th, 35th and 55 wedding anniversary. Emerald is also birth stone of May.
Emerald rings are not excellent but fairly good for everyday wear with care. Protect stone from scratches and harsh blow. Avoid exposure to heat and contact with chemical. To clean, gently scrub with a soft toothbrush and a solution of mild dish soap and warm water.
Ocean Blue Topaz
The ancients reserved Topaz as a stone of divine majesty. Among the variety of colors from amber gold, warmly glowing brown, peachy pink to calm white Topaz, blue Topaz seems to be the most popular. Fresh blue Topaz rings come from pastel blue of an Alpine glacier to glowing summer sky to aquatic tinge of deepest ocean.
Although Topaz is good for everyday wear, avoid exposure to direct light or heat, which can cause color to fade. Avoid contact with chemicals. Clean gently with toothbrush and warm, mild soap solution. The best way is to let your jeweler to clean at the jewelry store.
Ruby care
Ruby has hardness scale of 9, following diamond and it’s rated excellent for everyday wear. Avoid exposure to heat and contact with chemicals. Ruby jewelry like other gemstones jewelry boast their dazzling beauty the most when it is clean, not to have accumulated residues that left after putting hand lotions or doing household works.
To clean, gently scrub with a soft toothbrush and a solution of mild dish soap and warm water. If it’s at your convenience, you can clean your jewelry at any jewelry store nearby.
Never too late
Did you miss a nice birthday gift for your loved ones? Now is the best time to correct it. Instead of shopping a diamond ring, a birthstone ring, earrings or necklace would be a wonderful alternative. Gemstone jewelry is fascinating of all time and for both men and women.
Gemstones can be genuine or synthetic. They come in different grade of quality and therefore different value. One type of gem can have a various range of color. For instance, Sapphire varies from dark blue, blue, pink, red, purple, yellow, orange, white to brown.