Alexandrite is the color-change variety of the mineral chrysoberyl. This June birthstone leads a double life with its yellowish, brownish or bluish green color in daylight and orangey to purplish red colors in incandescent (spot) light.
Amethyst is the purple variety of the mineral quartz. The color purple has long been associated with royalty so its no surprise that amethyst has been highly prized throughout history.
Named for its resemblance to the tranquil hue of the sea, aquamarine is a variety of the mineral species beryl. Aquamarine is most often light in tone with high clarity and is readily available in large sizes.
This brilliant blue gemstone has a lovely greenish blue hue that ranges from pastel to vivid and is reminiscent of sparkling lagoon waters. Blue zircon was thought to promote riches, honor and wisdom
Citrine is the yellow variety of the mineral quartz. The name citrine is derived from the citron - a fruit similar to the lemon. Citrine, in its wide range of shades from sunny yellow to rich gold to burnt orange
Emeralds have been a part of popular culture for thousands of years, beginning primarily with the Egyptians. The green variety of the mineral beryl, Emerald, gets its color from traces of chromium and sometimes iron.