{"title":"The Birthstone Edit","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA natural gemstone for every birth month, set in solid 14K gold. Each stone selected and described by a certified gemologist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"garnet-birthstone-necklace-in-14k-gold","title":"January Birthstone Necklace · Garnet in 14K Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 14K solid gold pendant set with January's stone, garnet. A piece designed for the wearer whose name is on this month.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe piece\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14K solid gold (Yellow, White, or Rose).\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural Mozambique garnet, 4mm round, 4-prong solitaire setting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChain:\u003c\/strong\u003e included, 16 to 18 inch adjustable cable chain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-finished\u003c\/strong\u003e in the USA, made to order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe symbol\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs January's birthstone, garnet has been worn for nearly 5,000 years, with the oldest known garnet jewelry dating to a Sumerian necklace from around 3100 BC. It is long associated with friendship, safe return, and steadfast loyalty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout this stone\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGarnet is not one mineral but a family of six closely related silicates. The Mozambique variety set in this pendant is a pyrope-almandine blend whose deep ruby color comes from trace iron and chromium. The name comes from the Latin granatum, meaning pomegranate seed. Curated by a certified gemologist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and wear\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGarnet is durable enough for daily wear. Remove before swimming in chlorinated pools or applying lotion. Clean with mild soap and warm water, dried with a soft cloth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs garnet a real gemstone?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Garnet is a natural silicate mineral mined from the earth, not synthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat month is garnet the birthstone for?\u003c\/strong\u003e January.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AuAlchemy","offers":[{"title":"14K Yellow Gold","offer_id":51536459301162,"sku":"653498:677:P","price":555.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14K White Gold","offer_id":51536459333930,"sku":"653498:676:P","price":580.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14K Rose Gold","offer_id":51536459366698,"sku":"653498:678:P","price":575.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/7641\/1434\/files\/60029905.jpg?v=1778727211"},{"product_id":"amethyst-birthstone-necklace-in-14k-gold","title":"February Birthstone Necklace · Amethyst in 14K Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 14K solid gold pendant set with February's stone, amethyst, the violet quartz worn in European jewelry since the Roman Empire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe piece\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14K solid gold (Yellow, White, or Rose).\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural amethyst, 4mm round, 4-prong solitaire setting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChain:\u003c\/strong\u003e included, 16 to 18 inch adjustable cable chain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-finished\u003c\/strong\u003e in the USA, made to order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe symbol\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs February's birthstone, amethyst has been treasured for over 2,000 years. The Greek name amethystos translates to \"not drunken,\" reflecting an ancient belief that the stone helped maintain a clear mind, and it is long associated with clarity and sober judgment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout this stone\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmethyst is the purple variety of quartz, colored by trace iron combined with natural gamma radiation. It is the same mineral as citrine and rock crystal, just with different impurities producing different colors. At Mohs hardness 7, it is well-suited for daily wear. Curated by a certified gemologist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and wear\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmethyst is durable for everyday wear. Remove before swimming or strenuous exercise. Avoid prolonged direct sunlight, which can slowly fade the color over years. Clean with mild soap and warm water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat month is amethyst the birthstone for?\u003c\/strong\u003e February.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs amethyst a quartz?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Amethyst is a purple variety of quartz, colored by iron impurities and natural radiation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AuAlchemy","offers":[{"title":"14K Yellow Gold","offer_id":51536494297386,"sku":"653498:682:P","price":560.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14K White Gold","offer_id":51536494330154,"sku":"653498:681:P","price":590.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14K Rose Gold","offer_id":51536494362922,"sku":"653498:683:P","price":580.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/7641\/1434\/files\/57899280.jpg?v=1778727215"},{"product_id":"aquamarine-birthstone-necklace-in-14k-gold","title":"March Birthstone Necklace · Aquamarine in 14K Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 14K solid gold pendant set with March's stone, aquamarine, the pale blue beryl that takes its name from the sea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe piece\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14K solid gold (Yellow, White, or Rose).\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural aquamarine, 4mm round, 4-prong solitaire setting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChain:\u003c\/strong\u003e included, 16 to 18 inch adjustable cable chain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-finished\u003c\/strong\u003e in the USA, made to order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe symbol\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAquamarine takes its name from the Latin aqua marina, meaning seawater, for its translucent blue-green color. As March's birthstone, it is long associated with safe passage, calm, and clarity, a tradition stretching back to ancient Roman sailors who carried it for protection at sea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout this stone\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAquamarine is a variety of beryl, the same mineral family as emerald. Its blue color comes from trace iron in the beryllium-aluminum silicate crystal structure. At Mohs hardness 7.5 to 8, it is well-suited to everyday wear. Curated by a certified gemologist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and wear\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAquamarine is durable for daily wear. Remove before swimming. Clean with mild soap and warm water. Avoid ultrasonic cleaners if the stone has visible inclusions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat month is aquamarine the birthstone for?\u003c\/strong\u003e March.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs aquamarine a sapphire?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. Aquamarine is a beryl, the same mineral family as emerald. Sapphire is a corundum, a different mineral entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AuAlchemy","offers":[{"title":"14K Yellow Gold","offer_id":51536494395690,"sku":"653498:687:P","price":620.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14K White Gold","offer_id":51536494428458,"sku":"653498:686:P","price":655.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14K Rose Gold","offer_id":51536494461226,"sku":"653498:688:P","price":645.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/7641\/1434\/files\/57899273.jpg?v=1778727218"},{"product_id":"diamond-birthstone-necklace-in-14k-gold","title":"April Birthstone Necklace · Diamond in 14K Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 14K solid gold pendant set with April's stone, natural diamond. A 1\/4 carat heirloom piece in a minimalist solitaire setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe piece\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14K solid gold (Yellow, White, or Rose).\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural diamond, 4mm round brilliant, 1\/4 carat, 4-prong solitaire setting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChain:\u003c\/strong\u003e included, 16 to 18 inch adjustable cable chain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-finished\u003c\/strong\u003e in the USA, made to order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe symbol\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe English word diamond comes from the Greek adamas, meaning unconquerable. As April's birthstone, it has stood for clarity, strength, and enduring commitment for over 2,000 years, since the Roman scholar Pliny the Elder called it \"the most valuable, not only of precious stones, but of all things in this world.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout this stone\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiamond is crystallized carbon, the same element as graphite, but with each atom bonded to four others in a rigid three-dimensional lattice. This makes it the hardest natural material on earth (Mohs 10). Most natural diamonds formed 1 to 3 billion years ago, 90 to 120 miles below the earth's surface. Curated by a certified gemologist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and wear\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiamond is the hardest natural material and is suitable for daily wear without restriction. Clean with mild soap and warm water, or with an ammonia-based jewelry cleaner. Inspect the prongs annually to confirm the stone remains securely set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat month is diamond the birthstone for?\u003c\/strong\u003e April.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a natural diamond?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. This pendant features a natural, earth-mined diamond, not lab-grown.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AuAlchemy","offers":[{"title":"14K Yellow Gold","offer_id":51536494526762,"sku":"653498:692:P","price":1035.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14K White Gold","offer_id":51536494559530,"sku":"653498:691:P","price":1060.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14K Rose Gold","offer_id":51536494592298,"sku":"653498:693:P","price":1050.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/7641\/1434\/files\/57899214.jpg?v=1778727222"},{"product_id":"emerald-birthstone-necklace-in-14k-gold","title":"May Birthstone Necklace · Emerald in 14K Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 14K solid gold pendant set with May's stone, emerald, the deep green beryl that Cleopatra herself favored.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe piece\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14K solid gold (Yellow, White, or Rose).\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural emerald, 4mm round, 4-prong solitaire setting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChain:\u003c\/strong\u003e included, 16 to 18 inch adjustable cable chain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-finished\u003c\/strong\u003e in the USA, made to order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe symbol\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs May's birthstone, emerald is long associated with rebirth, growth, and the green of spring. It has been mined for nearly 4,000 years, from Cleopatra's Mines in ancient Egypt to today's prized Colombian Muzo deposits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout this stone\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmerald is the deep green variety of beryl, colored by trace chromium. Almost all natural emeralds contain internal inclusions called the jardin (French for \"garden\"), which are signs of authenticity rather than flaws. Curated by a certified gemologist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and wear\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmerald is harder than most stones (Mohs 7.5 to 8) but more fragile than its hardness suggests because of internal inclusions. Remove before strenuous exercise or impact. Clean with a soft cloth and lukewarm water only. Do not use ultrasonic or steam cleaners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat month is emerald the birthstone for?\u003c\/strong\u003e May.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy are there inclusions in my emerald?\u003c\/strong\u003e Internal inclusions, called the jardin, are characteristic of natural emerald and are a sign of authenticity, not a defect.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AuAlchemy","offers":[{"title":"14K Yellow Gold","offer_id":51536495018282,"sku":"653498:697:P","price":930.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14K White Gold","offer_id":51536495051050,"sku":"653498:696:P","price":965.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14K Rose Gold","offer_id":51536495083818,"sku":"653498:698:P","price":960.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/7641\/1434\/files\/60029199.jpg?v=1778727226"},{"product_id":"lab-grown-alexandrite-birthstone-necklace-in-14k-gold","title":"June Birthstone Necklace · Lab-Grown Alexandrite in 14K Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003eJune's birthstone is alexandrite, the color-changing chrysoberyl. This pendant features a lab-grown alexandrite, chemically identical to natural, set in solid 14K gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe piece\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14K solid gold (Yellow, White, or Rose).\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lab-grown alexandrite, 4mm round, 4-prong solitaire setting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChain:\u003c\/strong\u003e included, 16 to 18 inch adjustable cable chain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-finished\u003c\/strong\u003e in the USA, made to order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe symbol\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlexandrite was discovered in 1834 in the Ural Mountains of Russia, on what was by coincidence the future Tsar Alexander II's sixteenth birthday. As June's modern birthstone, it is long associated with imperial elegance and quiet transformation, for the way the stone shifts color between daylight and candlelight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout this stone\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlexandrite is a variety of chrysoberyl containing trace chromium, which causes it to appear teal to bluish green in daylight and purplish red under incandescent light. Lab-grown alexandrite is chemically identical to natural and fully preserves this color-change effect. We chose lab-grown because natural alexandrite of comparable size typically retails between 5,000 and 15,000 dollars per carat. Curated by a certified gemologist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and wear\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlexandrite is durable for daily wear (Mohs 8.5). Clean with mild soap and warm water. The color-change effect is best observed by moving between sunlight and incandescent indoor light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs lab-grown alexandrite real?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. It has the same chemical composition, crystal structure, and color-change phenomenon as mined alexandrite. The only difference is where it formed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is alexandrite's color change?\u003c\/strong\u003e It appears teal to green in daylight, purplish red under incandescent light.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AuAlchemy","offers":[{"title":"14K Yellow Gold","offer_id":51536495575338,"sku":"653498:711:P","price":625.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14K White Gold","offer_id":51536495608106,"sku":"653498:710:P","price":660.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14K Rose Gold","offer_id":51536495640874,"sku":"653498:712:P","price":650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/7641\/1434\/files\/57896955.jpg?v=1778727230"},{"product_id":"ruby-birthstone-necklace-in-14k-gold","title":"July Birthstone Necklace · Ruby in 14K Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 14K solid gold pendant set with July's stone, natural ruby, the red corundum long called the king of gemstones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe piece\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14K solid gold (Yellow, White, or Rose).\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural ruby, 4mm round, 4-prong solitaire setting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChain:\u003c\/strong\u003e included, 16 to 18 inch adjustable cable chain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-finished\u003c\/strong\u003e in the USA, made to order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe symbol\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRuby has been traded for over 2,500 years and was the most valuable gemstone in medieval Europe, more prized than diamond. As July's birthstone, it is long associated with passion, vitality, and steadfast affection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout this stone\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRuby is the red variety of corundum, the same mineral as sapphire, with trace chromium giving its color. At Mohs hardness 9, it ranks second only to diamond and is well-suited to daily wear. The most prized rubies, called pigeon-blood for their intense red, come from the Mogok mines of Burma. Curated by a certified gemologist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and wear\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRuby is one of the most durable gemstones and can be worn daily without restriction. Clean with mild soap and warm water, or with an ultrasonic cleaner if the stone is untreated and free of fractures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat month is ruby the birthstone for?\u003c\/strong\u003e July.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs ruby the same as sapphire?\u003c\/strong\u003e They are the same mineral (corundum), with ruby specifically the red color and all other corundum colors classified as sapphire.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AuAlchemy","offers":[{"title":"14K Yellow Gold","offer_id":51536495870250,"sku":"653498:715:P","price":1045.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14K White Gold","offer_id":51536495903018,"sku":"653498:714:P","price":1070.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14K Rose Gold","offer_id":51536495935786,"sku":"653498:716:P","price":1065.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/7641\/1434\/files\/57899207.jpg?v=1778727233"},{"product_id":"peridot-birthstone-necklace-in-14k-gold","title":"August Birthstone Necklace · Peridot in 14K Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 14K solid gold pendant set with August's stone, peridot, the apple-green olivine the ancient Egyptians mined from a volcanic island in the Red Sea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe piece\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14K solid gold (Yellow, White, or Rose).\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural peridot, 4mm round, 4-prong solitaire setting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChain:\u003c\/strong\u003e included, 16 to 18 inch adjustable cable chain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-finished\u003c\/strong\u003e in the USA, made to order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe symbol\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeridot has been mined for over 3,500 years on the island of Zabargad in Egypt's Red Sea, the oldest continuously worked gemstone mine known to history. As August's birthstone, it is long associated with light, warmth, and the gold of late summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout this stone\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeridot is the gem-quality variety of olivine, a magnesium-iron silicate. It is one of the few gemstones known to form deep in the earth's mantle, and has also been found in meteorites called pallasites, giving it confirmed extraterrestrial origin. Curated by a certified gemologist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and wear\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeridot is suited for daily wear but is softer than aquamarine or sapphire. Remove before strenuous activity. Clean with mild soap and warm water. Avoid ultrasonic and steam cleaners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat month is peridot the birthstone for?\u003c\/strong\u003e August.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs peridot the same as emerald?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. Peridot is olivine; emerald is beryl. 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As October's modern birthstone (sharing the month with opal), pink tourmaline is long associated with compassion and emotional balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout this stone\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTourmaline is among the most chemically complex gemstones, a borosilicate that incorporates over a dozen different elements. Pink tourmaline, called rubellite when intensely colored, gets its hue from trace manganese. The crystals are pyroelectric, meaning they generate a small electric charge when heated. Curated by a certified gemologist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and wear\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePink tourmaline is durable for daily wear. Remove before strenuous activity. Clean with mild soap and warm water. Avoid ultrasonic and steam cleaners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat month is pink tourmaline the birthstone for?\u003c\/strong\u003e October (modern). 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