The idea of birthstones has it's roots in early civilisations such as ancient Babylon and India, where gemstones were attributed
with magical properties Over time, astrologers assigned gems of certain colors to the twelve signs of the zodiac to help people
influence the planets in their favor. Each months has its own birthstone which is said to hold spiritual significance, or simply
be lucky for people born in that month. In addition, each gemstone is attributed with certain qualities which are said to be
reflective of character of the people born, or events which take place in that month.

Birthstones are therefore popularly given as birthday or anniversary presents, adding personal significance to a gift of beautiful
jewellery.The idea of birthstones has it's roots in early civilisations such as ancient Babylon and India, where gemstones were attributed with magical properties Over time, astrologers assigned gems of certain colors to the twelve signs of the zodiac to help people influence the planets in their favor. Each months has its own birthstone which is said to hold spiritual significance, or simply be lucky for people born in that month. In addition, each gemstone is attributed with certain qualities which are said to be reflective of character of the people born, or events which take place in that month.

Birthstones are therefore popularly given as birthday or anniversary presents, adding personal significance to a gift of beautiful
jewellery.