LEARN GEMSTONES

learn about gemstones

What are Gemstones?

Most gemstones are a type of natural mineral that is mined from Earth. This also includes other rocks and organic matters that have been chosen for their beauty, durability, and rarity. Every gem has a story to tell and has been used in fine jewelry for centuries. At Tilo we have traveled all over the world to source the finest collection of gemstones to use in our jewelry.

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What does my birthstone mean?

January - garnet

Known for its deep red hues, this stone symbolizes protection, trust, and eternal friendship.

February - Amethyst

This purple variety of quartz is prized for its calming energy and is said to symbolize peace, temperance, and clarity of mind.

March - Aquamarine

Evoking the colors of the sea, this gemstone is known for protecting travelers and symbolizes tranquility, harmony, and courage.

April - Diamond

Known for being one of the hardest materials on Earth, the diamond is the ultimate symbol of eternal love, strength, and invincibility.

May - Emerald

With its lush green color mirroring the spring, this stone is known for its rarity and symbolizes rebirth, fertility, and goodness.

June - Alexandrite

Famous for its dramatic ability to change from green in daylight to red under incandescent light, this rare gem symbolizes good fortune, adaptability, and the balance of opposites.

July - ruby

The radiant red ruby is known for its vitality and symbolizes passion, prosperity, and deep love.

august - peridot

This signature lime-green stone is known for its ancient origins in volcanic ash and symbolizes strength, individual identity, and happiness.

september - sapphire

While available in many colors, the iconic blue sapphire is known for its royal associations and symbolizes loyalty, nobility, and truth.

october - tourmaline

Celebrated for its incredible "rainbow" spectrum of colors, this stone is known for its grounding properties and symbolizes creativity, compassion, and emotional healing.