Category Archives: Birthstones

A Guide to April’s Birthstone – Diamond

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April birthstone diamond

What Is The Birthstone For April?  Diamond represents the birthstone for April, possibly the one birthstone most people remember. Diamond comes from the Greek word Adamas meaning invincible. Favoured for engagement rings, diamond stands apart as the gemstone of everlasting love. A diamond is the strongest gemstone. In addition, diamond is thought to bring strength Read the full article…

About Mark Johnson

My name is Mark and I'm founder at Serendipity Diamonds. By day you'll find me working in our showroom—in a variety of roles. My work (which I love) ranges from photographing jewellery, to writing blog posts and helping clients with my colleagues Drina, Emily and Debbie.

Aquamarine – The March Birthstone Guide to Jewellery

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Aquamarine March birthstone ring and loose Aquamarines

What is the Birthstone For March? Firstly, aquamarine represents the birthstone for the month of March. Secondly, Aqua birthstones are the blue variety of the gemstone Beryl. And thirdly, translated, Aquamarine means “Sea water,” a gem associated with the ocean.  However, some confusion arises between modern birthstones and the traditional birthstone system. In addition, differences Read the full article…

About Mark Johnson

My name is Mark and I'm founder at Serendipity Diamonds. By day you'll find me working in our showroom—in a variety of roles. My work (which I love) ranges from photographing jewellery, to writing blog posts and helping clients with my colleagues Drina, Emily and Debbie.

Amethyst: Unveiling the Secrets Beyond February’s Birthstone

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February Birthstone Amethyst Meaning - Polished Sphere

The history and origin of the February birthstone Amethyst. Main image, polished Amethyst sphere. Copyright author. Amethyst is the birthstone for February, celebrated for its deep purple tones, and positioned perfectly within the calendar year for Valentine’s Day. According to legend, St. Valentine, the patron saint of romantic love, wore an amethyst ring carved with Read the full article…

About Mark Johnson

My name is Mark and I'm founder at Serendipity Diamonds. By day you'll find me working in our showroom—in a variety of roles. My work (which I love) ranges from photographing jewellery, to writing blog posts and helping clients with my colleagues Drina, Emily and Debbie.