December has three popular modern birthstones: tanzanite, zircon and turquoise. Their different appearances and care needs give you useful choices for a birthday gift.
Tanzanite: blue-violet colour
Tanzanite is a variety of zoisite. Its appearance can include blue and violet, with colour changing as the viewing direction changes. Ask about treatment and discuss a suitable setting, especially for a ring exposed to knocks.
Zircon: a natural gem with lively reflections
Natural zircon is different from cubic zirconia. Blue zircon can be an appealing option when you enjoy bright reflections and a blue colour. Ask about treatment and protect it from hard blows and rubbing against other jewellery.
Turquoise: an opaque blue-to-green gem
Turquoise offers a different appeal from transparent faceted gems. Compare colour, matrix patterns and surface condition. Ask whether it is untreated, stabilised, dyed or another material represented as turquoise.
Our original examples
The 2019 feature illustrated a 2.99 ct blue zircon, a 2.38 ct tanzanite and a pair of turquoise weighing 0.82 ct in total. The illustrations remain as examples. The former Kandahar location and old stock statements are not current visiting information.
Use the current collection pages and contact page to check available pieces and arrange a viewing. Choosing a birthstone is a starting point; choosing the individual gem is the enjoyable part.
Illustrations and examples
Questions buyers ask
Is zircon the same as cubic zirconia?
No. They are different materials. Ask for the actual stone’s identity and suitable care.
Further reading
Explore with us in Singapore
Explore Zircon & Turquoise and compare individual pieces with our team. Tell us the colours you enjoy, your intended use and the budget you are comfortable with.