Gemstones and Birthstones

Labradorite — Meaning, Properties, and Why People Wear It

Labradorite meaning, healing properties, chakra connections, and spiritual significance explained — plus how it differs from moonstone and why people wear it.

Moonstone — Meaning, Properties, and Why People Wear It

Moonstone meaning, healing properties, chakra connections, and colours explained — plus why it's the June birthstone and what makes it such a meaningful gift.

November Birthstone — Topaz and Citrine

November's two birthstones explained — imperial topaz and citrine. What each one means, how they compare, and how to choose the right one as a birthday gift.

Gemstone Jewellery — A Guide to Choosing the Right Stone

What different gemstones mean, how to choose by intention or birth month, and which jewellery format suits each stone. A practical guide to gemstone jewellery.

Gemstone Meanings — What the Most Popular Stones Represent

What the most popular gemstones mean — from diamond and ruby to moonstone and labradorite. Healing properties, chakra connections, and zodiac stone guide included.

Wedding Anniversary Stones — The Complete Guide by Year

The complete guide to wedding anniversary stones by year — from mother of pearl at year one to diamond at 60. Every milestone stone explained with gift ideas.

Birthstones by Month — The Complete Guide

Every birthstone for every month — garnet to turquoise, with meanings, history, and how to wear each one. The complete guide to all 12 with a quick reference chart.

Turquoise, Tanzanite and Blue Topaz - December Birthstones

December is one of only a few months with three birthstones — and they couldn't be more different from each other. Here's what sets turquoise, tanzanite and blue topaz apart, and how to choose the right one.

Amethyst - February Birthstone

Amethyst has been prized for thousands of years — and for good reason. Discover the meaning behind February's birthstone, what makes it so wearable, and how to choose the right amethyst jewellery as a gift or for yourself.

Opal and Tourmaline - October Birthstones

October has two birthstones, and both are extraordinary in different ways — opal for its unmatched play of colour, and tourmaline for its remarkable range. Here's what makes each one worth knowing about.

Sapphire and Lapis Lazuli - September Birthstones

September is one of the few months with two distinct birthstones — sapphire, one of the world's most prized gemstones, and lapis lazuli, one of the oldest. Here's what sets them apart and how to wear both.

Peridot - August Birthstone

Peridot is one of the few gemstones that only comes in one colour — and that colour is unmistakable. Here's everything worth knowing about August's birthstone, from its meaning to how to wear it.

Ruby - July Birthstone

Ruby is one of the rarest and most valuable gemstones in the world — and one of the most meaningful. Here's what July's fiery red birthstone actually represents, and why it makes such a significant gift.

Moonstone and Pearl - June Birthstones
The beautiful cloudy nature of moonstone made people believe that this truly was solidified moonbeams. It was originally mined in India and Sri Lanka, and people were drawn to the adularescent effect that it created - appearing like the moon...
Emerald - May Birthstone

Emerald is one of only four precious gemstones in the world, and May's is one of the most storied. From Cleopatra to the Crown Jewels — here's everything worth knowing about May's birthstone.

April Birthstone: Diamond and Clear Quartz

April has two birthstones — diamond, the most coveted gemstone in the world, and clear quartz, one of the most ancient. Both share an association with clarity, strength, and light. Here's what you need to know about both.

Aquamarine - March Birthstone

Named after the sea and worn by sailors for safe passage, aquamarine is one of the most serene and wearable gemstones in the birthstone calendar. Here's everything worth knowing about March's stone.

Garnet - January Birthstone

Garnet is one of the most ancient gemstones in use — worn by warriors, travellers and lovers for thousands of years. Here's what January's deep red birthstone actually means, and how to wear it.