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It’s time for the last part of our series dedicated to birthstones, so this post is especially for those of you born between February and May:
February: Amethyst
* The ancient Egyptians believed amethyst could keep a person from being poisoned.
* Medieval churchmen used amethyst rings and jewels to promote divine revelations and wisdom, since amethyst was considered a symbol of Christian love and sacrifice.
* Amethyst also was said to enhance courage and creativity, to promote intuition, psychic development and even self-esteem, to deflect anger, and protect the wearer against evil.
Image no. 1: Attrape-moi…si tu m’aimes “Galet” ring in 18-carat white gold, diamonds and facetted amethyst – by Chaumet
March: Aquamarine
* It was called “The Sailor’s Stone”, due to its sea-like colors, and was thought to protect sailors and people traveling over water.
* In the perception of Hindu mystics, the amethyst helped to promote mental clarity and to improve one’s public speaking.
* In today’s belief, this gem provides inner calm and enhances both verbal and written communication.
Image no. 2:Â Antique Diamond and Aquamarine Pendant Earrings, circa 1890 – via Fred Leighton
April: Diamond
*Diamonds’ unique hardness and high refractive index have inspired legends:
-> to the Greeks, they were teardrops from the gods
-> to the Romans, they came from the falling stars that tipped the arrow of Eros, the god of love
-> for Hindus, diamonds were the lightning that armed the hand of the god Indra
Image no. 3:Â Open lattice bracelet – 340 round diamonds, 25.84 , platinum setting – by Harry Winston
May: Emerald
*Ancient people believed that emerald could heal maladies or improve vision.
* In ancient times, it was also believed that emeralds could help people see into the future.
Image no. 4:Â Emerald Cuff by BOGH-ART
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