December Birthstones: Triple the Fun!

It’s a triple threat with this month’s birthstones – three different options, three different stones to style and show off in any way you please. For fans of different shades of blue, this is definitely the month for you: tanzanite, turquoise, and blue-toned zircons reign supreme as December’s birthstones.

Tanzanite

• A relatively young stone, tanzanite was discovered less than 75 years ago!
• Tanzanite is only mined in an area less than 5 square kilometers wide, in Northern Tanzania.
• For people who love flashy stones, tanzanite is the perfect stone: in the right light it can appear blue, purple, or a shade of violet.

Zircon

• One of the oldest gems in the world, zircon has been around for over 4 million years.
• It was once believed that wearing zircon increased a wearer’s wisdom, brought prosperity, and assisted in resting.
• Zircon is found all around the globe, but very few of the zircon stones are of gem quality.

Turquoise

• Long a favorite of Egyptian pharaohs and Native Americans, turquoise is one of the oldest known gemstones in the world.
• For all its beauty, turquoise is a relatively soft stone – prone to scratching, cracking, and breaking outright.
• It has been claimed by many, for ages, to serve as a good luck charm.

Out of the three choices for December, do you have a preferred favorite? Do you love tanzanite and turquoise, but could take or leave zircon? Do you have a much-loved piece of jewelry with any of these stones that you couldn’t imagine not having? Let us know in the comments – we love feedback from our readers and bidders. Until next time, good luck, and happy bidding!