Gem of the Season:

If you are having a hard time deciding on a gift, perhaps a gem of the season may be perfect. It is a wonderful way to give a gift "just because" as well as a fun way to celebrate a particular time of year.

Traditionally, the year is broken up into four seasons. Each seasons has an associated gemstone.

Spring is known as the time of growth and hope. Everything is verdent and green. Thus, the spring gemstone of Emerald seems especially appropriate.
Other Spring stones: Amethyst, Green Diamond, Chrysoberyl, Spinel, Pink Topaz, Peridot



Summer is a time of bounty, love and hot climates. The glow of the summer gemstone Ruby shines through for this season.

Other Summer stones: Zircon, Garnet, Alexandrite, Spinel, Pink Topaz, Fire Opal



Fall is the time of harvest, truth and the blue autumn sky. The hope of the fall gemstone Sapphire works well for this season.

Other Fall stones: Hyacinth, Topaz, Jacinth, Cairogorm, Garnet, Tourmaline, Oriental Chrysolite



Winter is a time bright light against the snow and ice. The sparkles of the winter gemstone Diamond will brighten any winter day.

Other Winter stones: Quartz, White Sapphire, Turquoise, Moonstone, Pearl, Labradorite

Also see our: Birthstone Chart and Birthstone List

Bibliography:

• The Curious Lore of Precious Stones - by George Frederick Kunz

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