Birthstone December | TURKIS

Every year in December, I pause for a moment to review the past year. What all happened and what were my personal highlights? In 2018, the monthly birthstone collections were definitely among my favorites at JUVELAN. Even though we were a bit behind schedule due to delivery difficulties with the gemstones, a limited mini-collection was created for each monthly stone, which captures and represents the very special characteristics of the respective stones. To conclude the series, the spotlight is now on turquoise in December, which with its unique coloring and symbolism forms a worthy conclusion to our 2018 birthstone collections. I am particularly fascinated by the distinctive and unique color of this stone, the rich blue-green, often interspersed with light or brown stripes and dots. Incidentally, turquoise is one of the first gemstones ever mined, its history dates back to 6,000 BC. Since then, it has been valued by many cultures, for example, as a typical component of Native American jewelry or for the elaborate masks of the Aztecs. In Europe, it became known through crusaders, who christened it "pierre turquoise", which translates as "Turkish stone". This is how turquoise got its name, although it does not come from Turkey at all, but from Persia. As a gemstone, turquoise symbolizes endurance and steadfastness, protection and success. It strengthens communication skills and self-confidence and is said to help with depression. For the Indians, turquoise represents the connection between the soul, man and heaven. They believe that it strengthens the independence and freedom of the wearer. What I find particularly exciting is that the turquoise is also considered the "protective stone of travelers". Worn on the body or placed in the car, it should even protect against accidents. In addition, it should help to discard old habits, to dare new things and not to be distracted from his intention or to be thrown off track by fellow men. In my opinion, this makes it the perfect companion for all good intentions and travels in the new year - and a really nice, symbolic Christmas gift! Because honestly, so a protective and supportive stone can use everyone of us in life! Here you can find our new JUVELAN mini collection around turquoise. As always, I am very happy to receive feedback on how you like the designs and which piece of jewelry from the 2018 birthstone series you personally liked best.