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September Birthstones - The Complete Guide to Sapphire and Lapis Lazuli
Two birthstones, one September. Sapphire (the modern primary, worn by Princess Diana) and lapis lazuli (6,000 years of ancient tradition, source of Renaissance ultramarine paint). Meanings, durability, and how to...
August Birthstones - The Complete Guide to Peridot, Sardonyx, and Spinel
Three birthstones, one August. Peridot (the gem of the sun), sardonyx (4,000 years of Roman and biblical history), and spinel (the great imposter — Black Prince's "Ruby" was actually spinel)....
Peridot Meaning - The Complete Guide
What peridot actually is — geologically and spiritually. The complete deep-dive on the "gem of the sun" — meaning, healing associations, the Cleopatra and Cologne Cathedral connection, varieties, and why...
Ruby Meaning - The Complete Guide to the King of Gemstones
Ruby symbolizes passionate love, royal authority, life force, courage, and protection. Sanskrit tradition called ruby Ratnaraj — "the king of gemstones." The complete guide to ruby meaning, spiritual symbolism, chakra...