May Birthstone; Emerald

By gabeadz

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If you were born in May then this beautiful stone will bring luck to its wearer in the month and just looks great regardless of the month. Some people wear their May birthstone on pendants, other on rings or earrings, other simply keep them in a nice display.

Emerald is not only May birthstone; it is also the anniversary gemstone for the 20th and 35th year of marriage. Some people believe wearing an emerald brings wisdom, growth, and patience. It is perhaps this last attribute that may explain why a gist of emerald for an anniversary or any occasion…is symbolic of love and fidelity.

Here are some emerald items from team members:

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April Birthstones; Diamond

By gabeadz

There are twelve different stones listed as birthstones for the calendar month of April, or as Sun/Star, Planetary, or Talismanic stones for the Zodiac sign of Aries or Taurus. But the most traditional stone is the diamond.

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Diamonds symbolize purity, eternal love and faith. Diamond birthstone has a great suitability in jewelry, providing exquisite diamond settings. Diamond gemstone is judged by the "four Cs": carat, clarity, color, and cut. Diamond jewelry absorbs negative energy and transforms it into a positive one. Worn close to the body, diamond gemstone stimulates the intellect.

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Friday Tips!

By BululuStudio the Queen of the Tips.

To maintenance semiprecious stones in perfect conditions

• Avoid perfumes, colognes; make up powders, cosmetics, hair spray, body oil, heat, and other substances that may cause damage to stones.
• Rub gems with a smooth, soft cloth to remove fingerprints and keep them shiny.
• Store stones away from intense heat and light.


Cleaning stone beads

• Immerse stones beads in warm, soapy water and scrub gently with a soap brush.. Then rinse the beads and place them on a soft towel to dry.

• Most stone beads can be ultrasonic cleaned as well. Please note: beads that are dyed or organic (amber, bone, coral, ivory, opal pearls or turquoise, for example) can be damaged if cleaned in an ultrasonic cleaner. Also, dyed stones should not be steam-cleaned.