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Seven lab-created rubies form a gentle S-shaped curve in this elegant journey pendant, presented in 10 karat yellow gold. The round, faceted stones are held in shared prong settings and graduated in size. This arrangement is meant to symbolize the notion that life is a journey, and that love grows over time and experience. A beautiful gift choice, this pendant measures just over an inch long and is featured on a delicate 18-inch rope chain that fastens with a spring ring clasp. July's birthstone is known as "king of the gemstones" and is prized for its passionate red hue. This pendant is also available with birthstones for
January,
February,
March,
April,
May,
June,
August,
September,
October,
November, and
December.
About Birthstone Jewelry
July Birthstone: Ruby
Known as "king of the gems" in ancient Sanskrit, the ruby has long been prized for its rarity and its passionate red hue. Those born in July wear rubies as symbols of beauty, love, happiness, and good fortune.
History of Birthstones
Chances are you can name your birthstone, but have you ever wondered how certain stones came to be associated with particular months? Most gem scholars trace the tradition to the Old Testament story of Aaron, whose breastplate was decorated with twelve precious stones, one for each of the twelve tribes of Israel. Over time, these stones were linked with certain powers and tied to particular astrological signs, and later to calendar months.
There are many variations of birthstone lists, including Mystical birthstones, which originate from Tibet and date back over a thousand years, and Ayurvedic birthstones, associated with ancient Indian medicine and beliefs. Birthstones have also been tied to ancient Pagan religions, and even to the collective wisdom of the legendary lost city of Atlantis.
The Modern birthstone list, perhaps the most universally known, was released by the American National Association of Jewelers and officially adopted in 1912. Whether you embrace birthstone lore, or look upon it with a skeptical eye, there is an undeniable appeal to collecting a beautiful gemstone that is reputed to hold special power, meaning, and good fortune just for you.