
Birthstone Jewelry - The Perfect Gifts For Women
What do you give the woman in your life?
Unless she specifically requests for one, a vacuum cleaner or a new set of pot and pans, no matter how much they cost, might well disappoint her. Practical though they may be, household gifts lack that special touch. You know the look on her face when she opens a gift she really loves. One that gives her that unexpected thrill?
You are more likely to get a genuinely thrilled response from her if you give her jewelry than if you were to give her a new apron or a new cupboard.
What if she already has everything?
All women love shiny things. Precious jewelry that catches her eye would certainly get her vote. It could be an absolutely gorgeous necklace that sets off her favorite dress beautifully. Or it could be a pair of stunning shoulder duster earrings that highlight her slender neck. Or it could be a cuff bracelet that makes a simple sheath dress look amazing.
When it comes to a birthday gift, nothing beats birthstone jewelry for her.
Birthstone jewelry is any kind of jewelry that is set with the gemstone of her birth month.
Who invented birthstone jewelry in the first place?
There are lots of theories as to the origins of birthstones.
One common belief is that these 12 birthstones originated from the breastplate worn by the high priest of the Jews. Each gemstone representing one tribe of Israel and later, representing one month of the year.
These 12 gemstones are beryl, topaz,ruby, turquoise, lapis lazuli, emerald, jacinth,agate, amethyst, crysolite,onyx and jasper.
Astrologers associated the gemstones with each zodiac sign. As each zodiac month overlaps largely with the calendar month, the monthly birthstone list can be derived from the zodiac birthstone.
The Tibetans, in ancient Tibet, had their own birthstone list. That list of mystical birthstones is more than a thousand years old.
Even the Indians have their Ayurverdic birthstone list, based on that branch of medicine originating from India.
Eventually, in 1912, a modern birthstone list was compiled by the National Association of Jewelers in Kansas with a specific gemstone associated with each month of the year. This is the list accepted in U.S.
According to this modern birthstone list, the birthstone for January is garnet. For february, the gemstone is amethyst. March calls for aquamarine, April's gemstone is the diamond. May's birthstone is Emerald. For June, the birthstone is Pearl. Ruby is the july birthstone while peridot is August's birthstone. September calls for Sapphire. October's birthstone is Opal. November calls for Citrine and the December birthstone is Turquoise.
Throughout history, mankind has been fascinated with gemstones. Their color, beauty and rarity cause men to prize them. So much so that many stories and superstitions surround the various gemstones.
Lore or not. Gemstones are beautiful and that alone makes them wonderful gifts for women. The way they enhance the wearer's looks, like the icing on the cake make birthstone jewelry wonderful jewelry gifts for women.
The great thing about birthstones is that they make great personalized gifts for women. After all, that gemstone is chosen based on her birth month. When you want to get a woman jewelry and aren't too sure which gemstone to get, you could use any of these lists as a guide.
Yes, diamonds are a girls best friend and no woman would protest if you give her diamonds. But if you want to get her something more affordable, you could go for one of the more affordable gemstones for her month.

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Studex Sterilized Piercing Earrings * Ear Stud * Birthstone * November
$2.42
STUDEX ear studs are the best-selling ear piercing studs worldwide. This fact reinforces our determination to produce our ear studs with the highest possible precision and quality. Ear piercing studs are available in many styles. Color: Topaz * 24K Gold Plated Ear Stud * Size: Regular (3mm) * November Birthstone in Bezel Setting * Color: Topaz * Sterilized Piercing Earrings * One Pair * Made in th...
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Birthstone November Card
5 x 7 inch premium quality folded paper greeting card. Greeting Card Universe offers the largest selection of birthday cards on the web. Whether for one person or the whole family, a paper card will make their birthday memorable this year. Turn to Greeting Card Universe for all your birthday card needs. This paper card includes the following themes: November, topaz, and gold. Greeting Card Univers...
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Birthstone November Secret Pal Card
5 x 7 inch premium quality folded paper greeting card. Birthday cards & photo Birthday cards from Greeting Card Universe will bring a smile to your loved ones' face. A picture is worth a thousand words, so why not send a photo birthday card this year? Allow Greeting Card Universe to handle all your birthday card needs this year. This paper card includes the following themes: November, topaz, and o...
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Birthstone November Topaz Crystal Hearts Sterling Cross Necklace, 18
$34.50
Faceted color heart crystals are arranged into a cross. An adorable way to show your faith. We have 12 different colors corresponding to the 12 birth-months. Personalize your jewelry with colors from your birth-month! Please note written dimensions as photo is enlarged to show detail....
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Birthstone November Topaz Crystal Hearts Sterling Cross Necklace, 16
$34.50
Faceted color heart crystals are arranged into a cross. An adorable way to show your faith. We have 12 different colors corresponding to the 12 birth-months. Personalize your jewelry with colors from your birth-month! Please note written dimensions as photo is enlarged to show detail....
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December Birthstone Bear & Ring
$4.88
Adorable birthstone ring bearer showcasing December birthstone Blue Topaz. Plush bear holds a ring pillow with the text "December" and "Strong-Courageous" and a birthstone-colored ring attached (with velcro). Makes a great stocking stuffer, birthday gift, and more!...
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November Birthstone Barbie
$34.95
The tantalizing topaz, a deep golden yellow, is November's birthstone. Equally lovely is Miss Topaz Barbie doll, paying tribute to the glorious gem in faux topaz jewelry, a sassy lace dress, matching bolero jacket and heels, all in the enchanting champagne hue. Even the precious puppy's leash and crown come in the same birthstone shade. How brilliantly beautiful!The fabulous new Birthstone Beautie...
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