The enchanting emerald is May's birthstone. You can read more about the history and significance of this lush green gemstone in our journal post here. Measuring between ​​7.5 to 8 on Mohs scale of hardness, emeralds are less durable than other valuable gemstones, such as diamonds, sapphire and ruby, meaning they...

Topaz is found in a rainbow of beautiful colours, while citrine's fiery golden tones symbolise the bright warm sun. Both are known to be calming gemstones and citrine was esteemed throughout history for bringing energy and vitality, hence was known as the "healing quartz". Our Favourite Facts about Topaz: 1....

October's Birthstone - Opal  Lucky October babies - the mesmerisingly beautiful opal is this month's birthstone.  How are Opals Created?  Opals are formed when silica-rich water seeps into deep cracks in the Earth's crust. Over millions of years, this silica eventually forms precious opals.  Long treasured for their otherworldly beauty, opals...