EDUCATION

BIRTHSTONE LIST January The Garnet.  Promises its wearer friendship, power, and constancy. February The Amethyst.  Marks its wearer with sincerity. March The Aquamarine.  Sharpens the intellect and grant courage. April   The Diamond. Its hardness makes it invincible and so mystically capable of protecting its wearer. May The Emerald. Gem of the Spring. Stands for love and success. June The Pearl.  Gem of the Moon. Promises vitality. Or, The Alexandrite. Changes color. By day it is a splendid green; by night a deep red color. July The Ruby. Promises contentment and peace. August The Peridot. Brings eloquence and persuasiveness to repel terrors of the night. Promises married happiness. September The Sapphire. Makes its wearer charming and the inspiration for everlasting love.  Symbolizes clear thinking. October The Opal.   Signifies hope. November The Topaz. Its name means “to seek”. Emblem of ardor and long lasting  friendships, ensures long life, intelligence and beauty to its wearers. December The Turquoise.  Synonymous with good fortune.    Or, The Zircon.   Said to cheer the heart and make its wearer a winner in all enterprises. Signifies success or prosperity.