Precious gems and stones—long valued for their rarity, beauty, and fabled powers—have been associated with the months of the year since antiquity. But it wasn’t until 1912, when the American National ...

Peridot is a yellow-green stone that comes from the mineral olivine. Some believe its name derives from the Arabic "faridat," or "gem," according to Geological Institute of America. Others, however, ...

If you’re hunting for a baby name that feels both grounded and a little magical, you might want to look beyond popular baby name lists and into your jewelry box. Gemstone names, like Ruby, Jasper, ...

Birthstones are kind of boring. I was born in July, which means my stone is a ruby — but honestly, that’s just not enough for me. It doesn't truly represent me. That’s why I built this generator: so ...