A beautiful pendant, made of 925 Sterling Silver with 3 heart-shaped Madagascan Rubies and White Topaz from Brazil.
Precious metal: 925 Sterling Silver
Average Weight: 2.48g
Number of Gemstones: 17
Shape: Heart and Round
Total Carat Weight: 3.29cts
Birthstone Month:
Ruby is associated with the birthstone month of July. It is also the
anniversary gemstone for both the 15th and 40th years of marriage.
History & Lore:
Ruby is a Corundum and is believed to originate from either the Indian word kauruntaka, or the Sanskrit word kurivinda. Ruby, the name for this particular type of Corundum is taken from the Latin word ‘rubers’ meaning ‘red’. It is known as the gemstone of love.
On the Mohs scale it has the hardness of 9. This is what makes the ruby a durable gemstone, which should last for many years.
The gem was referred to in the Bible as a Carbuncle. In ancient times people believed the gemstone would help them predict the future. They have been worn as talismans to protect one from misfortune or illness. Those who have a ruby to wear, are said to enjoy courage and peace. Energy is also known for this gemstone. Best of all though, is friendship and romance.
Some of the finest rubies in the world are from Burma. The rubies from Burma are referred to as ‘pigeon blood’ because of the shade of red in rubies produced in that location. The main sources of Ruby today are Sri Lanka (Ceylon), Thailand, Cambodia, India, Madagascar, Kenya, Tanzania, Vietnam and Afghanistan.
Topaz
Birthstone Month:
Yellow Topaz is associated with the birthstone month of November and Blue Topaz is associated with the birthstone month of December.
History & Lore:
Topaz has long been related to desire and the name is believed to have been derived from the Sanskrit word 'tapas' meaning heat, fire and passion. It is also said to have been derived from the Greek word 'topazos' or 'topazion', meaning “to search.” Topazion was also the name of an island in the Red Sea which today is commonly known as Zebirget or St. John's Island in Egypt.
The Egyptians believed that Topaz would protect them from harm because they believed it was colored by the sun god Ra's golden arms. The Romans believed in a similar theory and associated Topaz with their sun god, Jupiter.
Topaz has also been biblically referenced as one of the gemstones used to make the 'Breastplate of Judgement' worn by Aaron.
Topaz is said to increase the wearer’s intelligence, creativity and wisdom, and can enhance one's spiritual potential. It is also known to aid in meditation and in the divine manifestation of desired objects.
Topaz is said to bring physical and intellectual vigor, good health, and is said to offer protection against infectious diseases.
Topaz comes in a variety of shapes, colors and sizes. Its brilliance and clarity are its chief attractions. A hard stone, Topaz is very difficult to scratch, although it can be brittle. Imperial Topaz occurs naturally in colors ranging from a light golden yellow to deep reddish orange. Red and intense pink are the rarest and desirable colors for Topaz. A gem with these colors will command a relatively high price. Bright orange colored Topaz, also known as Imperial Topaz, falls into the moderate price range and is easier to find. Blue Topaz, having a low to moderate price range, is very popular, primarily because of moderate pricing and the availability of a wide variety of shades, sizes and shapes.