What kinds of precious stones are there?

Brief introduction of December birthstone

January birthstone-garnet

The mineral name of purple crow is garnet, which is named after its shape like pomegranate.

Garnet is the birthstone of January, representing chastity, friendship and loyalty. It is also a gem for the seventeenth wedding anniversary.

February birthstone-amethyst

Crystal is the most common, common and oldest gem, and its mineral name is Yingshi.

Purple crystal, amethyst for short. It has the reputation of "the king of crystals". The English name comes from the Greek name Amethystos, which has the joy of "wine" because of its color like wine. This study shows that this is because iron hydroxide forms a "color center" in the crystal. High quality amethyst is dark purple.

Amethyst, "color like grapes, bright and lovely". It has been treasured since ancient times. In Japan, purple has been regarded as a noble color since ancient times. People regard amethyst as "the stone of honesty". It is the birthstone in February, symbolizing honesty and peace of mind, and it is a commemorative gem for the seventeenth wedding anniversary.

March birthstone-aquamarine

Aquamarine, emeralds and emeralds are beryls.

Aquamarine: Aquamarine is named after beryl containing Fe2+, and it is sky blue to sea blue. China's gem industry is also called blue crystal. Legend has it that this beautiful gem is produced at the bottom of the sea, but seawater is the essence. Therefore, navigators used it to pray for Poseidon's navigation safety and called it "the stone of luck". It is also considered as "the birthstone of March", symbolizing "calmness and courage" and "happiness and longevity".

April birthstone-diamond

Diamonds, also known as Jin Gangzuan, are called diamonds, which are called "Kunwu Stone" in ancient times and collectively referred to as diamonds internationally.

Diamonds are the birthstone of April, symbolizing chastity and purity, and are also jewelry for the 75th wedding anniversary. Therefore, the 75th wedding anniversary was named Diamond Wedding.

May Birthstone-Emerald

People regard emeralds as the birthstone of May, symbolizing a happy wife, and also as a gem gift for the 55th wedding anniversary.

June Birthstones-Pearl, Metamorphic Rock and Moonstone

Metamorphic stone is a kind of emerald containing chromium, also known as emerald, which is green in the sun and red in the white woven lamp. The poet called it "emerald in the daytime, ruby at night". According to legend, Tsar II of Russia wore a crown inlaid with variable stones to attend the ceremony at his birthday party, so he was named Alexander Stone.

Moonstone is the most valuable variety among feldspar gems. Because it can emit a faint blue halo, it is named Moonstone just like the hazy moonlight. The poet praised "green light is as light as autumn moon, who believes that cool colors cast stones"? People think that wearing moonstone can bring good luck. Indians regard the moonstone as a "sacred stone", which is a gem for the 13th wedding anniversary. June is listed as the birthday stone, with variable stones and pearls, indicating health and longevity.

July Birthday Stone-Ruby

The mineral name of ruby and sapphire is corundum. Red is called ruby, starlight is called starlight gem (six rays), and other colors belong to sapphire. Ruby and sapphire are world-wide names.

The best ruby is blood red, specifically called "pigeon blood red", which is a rare treasure. Sometimes it is more expensive than diamonds of the same weight, followed by pomegranate seed red.

Among all kinds of precious stones, ruby and sapphire are precious varieties. Because they are second only to diamonds in value and hardness and belong to the same mineral, they are called "sister gems". Abroad, ruby represents noble and fiery love and is considered as the birthstone of July.

August birthstone-olivine

In China, olivine is a beautiful gem with moderate price. Colorful, pleasing to the eye, deeply loved by people, known as the "stone of happiness." It is the birthstone of August, which indicates the happiness and harmony of husband and wife.

September birthstone-sapphire

Sapphire's unique deep and mysterious blue, calm and clear, deeply attracts people's hearts. However, in sapphire, there are many other colors besides blue, and any color has charm that cannot be abandoned. Sapphire is a variety of shades of blue. In foreign countries, the best color of sapphire is called "cornflower blue". In the gem industry of China, a bright and rich blue is called "sea blue" or "ocean blue". Another kind of "drip blue" is also a good product.

October birthday stone-opal

Opal belongs to opal in mineralogy.

The charming colors of opal gems are like colorful dreams, giving people magical reverie. People think that opal is the birthstone of October and a symbol of hope and happiness.

The word opal comes from the Sanskrit word "Bawangthorn", which means gem. In Europe, opal is considered as a symbol of luck. The ancient Romans called them Cupid Boys, symbolizing hope and purity. China and Japan also like Opal gems very much, but some Western Europeans don't like it and think Opal's changeable colors are unlucky.

November Birthday Stone-Topaz (Topaz)

The mineralogical name of topaz is also called Topaz, and it is also called "Topaz" in the gem circle of China.

Topaz is the English translation of Zabajad Island in the Red Sea, also called Topajos, which means "hard to find". Because this island is often shrouded in fog, it is not easy to be found, so it is named. Topaz should be separated from topaz here. Topaz is traditionally called topaz and topaz is nephrite. Topaz has become a precious gem since ancient times because of its high hardness and bright color. However, due to the more production of topaz and the fact that topaz can be confused with truth, the reputation of topaz has been affected. But those natural wine yellow varieties, especially the sky blue varieties, are still valuable gems. Thick yellow, similar in color to yellow rice wine, was called "wine topaz" in ancient China and "oriental topaz" or "Brazilian topaz" abroad, which is the best variety of topaz.

Topaz is the birthstone of 1 1 month, and it is also the jewelry for the wedding16th anniversary. Wearing it symbolizes friendship and happiness.

Topaz is mainly used to process various faceted gems, and beautiful and complete crystals are more favored by collectors or museums.

December birthstone-zircon, turquoise, lapis lazuli

Zircon is a mineral name, which used to be called zircon and hyacinthus orientalis, and transparent zircon gem.

Zircon is a kind of gem with special properties. High refractive index, strong dispersion, colorless or light blue varieties have diamond-like strong fire after processing. Because of its similar appearance to diamonds, it is known as a gem comparable to diamonds.

As early as in ancient Greece, this beautiful gem has been loved by people. According to legend, among the twelve kinds of precious stones worn by Jewish bishops, zircon is called "Xia Xinsi". It is said that the nickname "Hyacinth Stone" of zircon originated from "Xiaxinzi" and is now popular in Japan, Hong Kong, Chinese mainland and other places.

Zircon originated from the Arabic meaning of Zhu and gold. In ancient India, zircon was called "eclipse stone". This also shows that the color of this gem is common in red, golden yellow and colorless. On the other hand, zircon was very popular in ancient Arabia, Persia and India.

Zircon, turquoise and lapis lazuli are listed as December birthstones in the gem world, which symbolize victory and good luck and are the guarantee of success.

The Symbolic Meaning of Moon and Gem

The Symbolic Significance of Natural Gems in June

January garnet is pure, sincere, friendly and true.

Amethyst in February is honest and peaceful.

March aquamarine or chalcedony blue spinel is calm, brave and agile.

April diamonds are pure and flawless.

May the emerald be auspicious and happy.

June pearls or moonstone are healthy, long-lived and rich.

Ruby or stone in July changes passion, kindness and dignity.

In August, couples with olivine or silk-wrapped agate are happy.

September sapphire is kind, honest and virtuous.

October opal or pink tourmaline is a blessing in disguise.

November topaz or topaz friendship, friendship, hope and whiteness.

December turquoise or zircon victory, good luck and success.

What do people in this constellation wear, gem ring? The following is the traditional view of ancient westerners.

Aries (03/2 1-04/20)- Suitable for wearing amethyst or magenta tourmaline rings.

Taurus (04/2 1-05/20)- suitable for wearing emerald rings, and square is the best.

Gemini (05/21-06/20)-Suitable for wearing beeswax rings.

Cancer (06/2 1-07/22)- Suitable for wearing rings.

Leo (07/23-08/22)- Suitable for wearing ruby, beeswax, blood pearl or garnet rings.

Virgo (08/23-09/22)-Suitable for wearing chalcedony ring.

Libra (09/23-10/22)-Suitable for wearing diamond rings, and the classical style is better.

Scorpio (10/23-11/22)-Suitable for wearing topaz rings.

Sagittarius (11/23-12/22)-Suitable for wearing turquoise or pearl rings.

Capricorn (12/23-0 1/20)- Suitable for wearing agate or amber rings.

Aquarius (01/21-02/19)-Suitable for wearing sapphire or light blue diamond ring.

Pisces (02/20-03/20)- Suitable for wearing coral or pink diamond rings.