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said to protect sailors, because of the meanings of aqua (Water in Latin), and marina (the Sea, in Latin). Sailors would sleep with the gem beneath their pillows to ensure them good sleep at Sea, and safe travel. They also associated the color with that of a mermaid's tail. Found mainly in Brazil, Nigeria, Madagascar, Zambia, Pakistan, and Mozambique. It is also the state gem of Colorado.

~April-Diamond "A diamond gives victory to him who carries it bound on his left arm, no matter the number of enemies", one reason that the diamond is believed to own supernatural powers. It is said to ward off insanity, panics, and enchantments. Diamonds, in history, have had many symbolic meanings, because of their hardness. Kings were said to have possessed several colors of the stones at once, not allowing other royalty to own such beautiful displays. It attracts love and power, and to those born in April, is said to protect their innocence. Found in Africa, Asia, and North America, this is the most popular gemstone, as it is the most widely known, used and coveted of all jewels.

~May-Emerald's are associated with fertility and joy, and given unto the greenest month, that of May. They are said to have clarity and sharpen the mind. Originally mined by the Egyptians, the Emerald is rare and valuable, especially the darker and clearer the color. The Emerald has also the legend that it was among the twelve stone's in Aaron's breastplate (the twelfth or Beryl), representing the tribe of Judah. Also known as a 55th anniversary gift for marriages.

~June-Pearl. The purity and joy of the beautiful Pearl graces those born in June. A metaphor for all things rare, fine and admirable, the Pearl is a simple gem achieved within a shelled mollusk, or clam. Stitched into clothing, crushed into powders for it's iridescence and beauty, and cultivated by farms for jewelry makers around the world, the natural Pearl is unique to the sea. Perhaps known best as forming the 'Pearly Gates' aligned with gold, or what we must pass through to enter into Heaven. Also denoted to be full of wisdom.

~July-Ruby. The zeal and heat of this cherry hued gem is said to convey vigor, fortune and love to those born into the month of July. Named for it's rubra (Red in Latin) color, the Ruby is a fiery little trinket that is one of the 'Four Precious Stones'. Supposed to be a protector against unfriendly forces, the Ruby's fierce color can leave one awestruck.

~August-Peridot. The bright green sheen of this gem is said

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