Product Features
- Charm only Chain not included.
- Gemstones may have been treated to improve their appearance or durability and may require special care.
- The natural properties and composition of mined gemstones define the unique beauty of each piece. The image may show slight differences to the actual stone in color and texture.
Product Description
Nine sparkling round rubies are set into textured sterling silver to form the shell of this beautiful crab charm. The charm is made from fine quality sterling silver, with matte and polished finishes, and it has a realistic, detailed design that includes a domed shell and curved legs and claws. The interior of the charm is hollowed, allowing light to filter through the stones. The rubies featured here have a deep pink-red color and a faceted cut for a beautiful shimmer. The charm dangles from a split ring that allows it to attach easily to a bracelet, pendant, or pin.
About Birthstone Jewelry
July Birthstone: Ruby
Known as "king of the gems" in ancient Sanskrit, the ruby has long been prized for its rarity and its passionate red hue. Those born in July wear rubies as symbols of beauty, love, happiness, and good fortune.
History of Birthstones
Chances are you can name your birthstone, but have you ever wondered how certain stones came to be associated with particular months? Most gem scholars trace the tradition to the Old Testament story of Aaron, whose breastplate was decorated with twelve precious stones, one for each of the twelve tribes of Israel. Over time, these stones were linked with certain powers and tied to particular astrological signs, and later to calendar months.
There are many variations of birthstone lists, including Mystical birthstones, which originate from Tibet and date back over a thousand years, and Ayurvedic birthstones, associated with ancient Indian medicine and beliefs. Birthstones have also been tied to ancient Pagan religions, and even to the collective wisdom of the legendary lost city of Atlantis.
The Modern birthstone list, perhaps the most universally known, was released by the American National Association of Jewelers and officially adopted in 1912. Whether you embrace birthstone lore, or look upon it with a skeptical eye, there is an undeniable appeal to collecting a beautiful gemstone that is reputed to hold special power, meaning, and good fortune just for you.
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