PERIDOT - The August BirthstoneThe vivid green of Peridot, with just a slight hint of gold, is the ideal gemstone to go with that light summer wardrobe!Peridot comes from the mineral Peridotite, and is closely related to Olivine and Serpentine. It’s

Ruby is the red variety of the mineral Corundum, of which Sapphire is also a variety. Corundum is the second hardest mineral next to Diamond (#9 on the Mohs scale, Diamond is #10 on the Mohs scale). The Latin word for Ruby is Ruber, meaning l

The Marin Jewelers Guild is getting into the spirit of San Rafael Rocks with our unique 60's inspired rock and roll jewellery.

June - Pearl, Moonstone, AlexandritePEARLS are found in varieties of the Pinctada Oyster - a non-edible mollusk. A natural pearl is formed when an irritant such as sand, or a parasite enters the mollusk. The creature secretes conchioloin to protect

Emerald is the green variety of the mineral Beryl, of which Aquamarine is also a variety. Emerald is the symbol of faith, kindness and goodness, and its color reflects new spring growth.In ancient times those who wore the green to bluish-green stone