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December Birthstone
December's birthstone is turquoise, a bright blue gem that perfectly represents the wintery month of those celebrating their birthday at the end of the year. Turquoise not only boasts stunning hues of green and blue, but it also has a rich meaning that adds a sentimental touch to gifts. Dive into our complete guide to the December birthstone and find a thoughtful jewellery gift for a loved one born in this month.
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History of December's Birthstone: Turquoise
Turquoise, the birthstone of December, is characterised by its bright tones. The name derives from the French 'turquois' which means 'Turkish,' this is due to the gem first being brought to Europe by the Ottoman Empire. As well as being popular for December birthstone jewellery, it is also the stone used to represent the 11th wedding anniversary.
Turquoise is believed to be one of the first gems to ever be mined, today, much of the world's turquoise is mined in the US as part of larger-scale copper mining productions. The creation of turquoise jewellery dates as far back as Ancient Egypt, and the classic birthstone has not lost its allure since those days.
Celebrate a December Birthday with Turquoise Jewellery
In pursuit of the perfect gift for a December birthday? Look no further than December birthstone jewellery, with a design to suit every aesthetic, you'll find a piece they cherish:
- Turquoise Earrings - Turquoise earrings are the perfect gift that they can style every day for a small pop of colour.
- Turquoise Necklaces - Make a December birthstone design the centre of attention with a vibrant turquoise necklace.
- Turquoise Rings - A meaningful turquoise ring is effortless to style with their current go-to stacking pieces.
- Turquoise Bracelets - A casual way to wear the December birthstone, dainty turquoise bracelets are a flawless choice.
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The Meaning of December's Birthstone
Every birthstone has its own hidden meanings, in addition to representing a month. The additional sentimental makes birthstone jewellery a fabulous gift for those loved ones who take joy in symbolism. Some people believe turquoise to bring strength, tranquillity, and luck to the wearer. It is also said that the December birthstone can improve intuition and provide protection when worn.
The blue tones of this popular stone are sometimes said to be
able to calm the mind, as the colours are reminiscent of still
waters.
What Colour is Turquoise?
Turquoise is characterised by its enchanting blue and sea green
shades. These base hues can be interwoven with dark or metallic
veins that draw the eye to the December birthstone more. The blue
and green colours are a result of the copper and aluminium presence
within the
semi-precious gemstones.
How to Care for December Birthstone Jewellery
Whether you've been gifted a piece of turquoise December birthstone jewellery, or have treated yourself, it's important to look after it properly. Proper care and jewellery cleaning will ensure the piece shines for years to come:
- Clean with a soft brush or cloth and lukewarm, soapy water.
- Avoid submerging the stone in water as this could cause the gem to become loose.
- Don't expose your turquoise to harsh chemicals as these could damage the stone.
- Keep your gemstone
jewellery safe in a jewellery
box when not being worn.
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When to Gift Birthstone Jewellery
Birthstone jewellery shouldn't just be limited to being given as a birthday gift. There are plenty more occasions where giving them a keepsake gift with the December birthstone in will go down a treat:
- Anniversaries - Celebrating a milestone in your relationship? You cannot go wrong with a thoughtful birthstone necklace that they can wear everyday to remind them of how far you've come.
- Mother's Day - Mother's Day is the perfect time to give the mother figure in your life a personalised gift. Why not choose a charm bracelet with her December birthstone, and the stones of her kids also added as dainty pendants.
- Graduation - Celebrate them and their achievements with a meaningful graduation gift.
- Christmas - Finding unique Christmas gift ideas each year can get tricky. But jewellery boasting turquoise as a birthstone is a foolproof choice.
- Push Present - Show your appreciation, love,
and thanks to your partner for bringing your new bundle of joy into
the world, with a gift that boasts your baby's birthstone. This
will be a gift your partner will treasure for the rest of their
life.
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