Buying a Mother’s Day gift can be tricky. After all, what do you get the woman who changed your diapers, taught you to walk, and put up with your teen tantrums? That’s a lot to be thankful for, on top of the fact that she continues to always be a person to count on and has the best advice for any situation. How do you sum up all that appreciation...

Emerald, the birthstone for May, has been beloved for millennia, inducing rebirth and renewal. Widely observed as the definition of green, emerald is the perfect colour for spring. From the poetic description of Ireland as “the Emerald Isle” to the vibrant green of the famed gemstone itself—the May birthstone emerald has captured hearts and minds through the ages.   Variations of this rich green colour suggest soothing, lush gardens. Legend...

Those born during the month of April have one of the most regal and desired gems as the April birthstone is Diamond. Sparkling with an internal fire all its own, diamond is one of the world’s most sought-after and adored gemstones. Those born in April are lucky enough to call this scintillating gem their birthstone, a symbol of clarity and strength. Diamond is so strong, in fact, that its name...

AQUAMARINE FOR THOSE BORN IN MARCH The serenely colored aquamarine invokes the tranquility of its namesake, the sea. In fact, the name aquamarine is derived from the Latin word aqua, meaning water, and marina, meaning the sea. AQUAMARINE BIRTHSTONE MEANING & HISTORY Aquamarine’s name comes from the Latin for seawater, and ancient mariners claimed the gem would calm waves and keep sailors safe at sea. This March birthstone was also...