The birthstone of March boasts color like that of a clear summer sky or a sparkling tropical lagoon. It is no wonder there are so many myths surrounding the creation of this beautiful gemstone. From Poseidon to mermaids and mummies, read on to learn more about aquamarine!

Opal is a unique and stunningly beautiful gemstone that comes in many different forms. Made from silica spheres stacked together in cubic or hexagonal patterns, gem quality opal can be transparent, white or opaque with white, black or grey backgrounds. The tourmaline gemstone has been valued and loved for thousands of years. Given as talismans and funeral gifts by Native Americans, used in intricate carvings all the way back to Alexander the Great, this stone comes in a multitude of colors.