NOUVEAU JOURNAL

February's Birthstone is the absolutely gorgeous and tantalising Amethyst.

Amethyst hues vary from a light lavender or pale violet to a deep purple and is a variety of quartz. It's name derives from the Greek "amethystos" loosely meaning not intoxicating, a reference to the belief that the stone protected it's wearer from intoxication. Ancient Greeks wore Amethyst and carved drinking vessels from it in the hope that it would prevent one from getting drunk.

Traditionally Pearl is the birthstone for June and what truly makes pearls stand out from the rest of the gemstones is that they are produced by a living creature...

Aquamarine colour can vary, ranging from the more recognised pale blue to a greenish gem, you might say the colour of the sea. Read on to find out more about March's birthstone...