December is one of the most beautiful as well as significant months of the calendar year. Not only does it mark the end of a year and in a way makes way for another new beginning, it also hosts one of the most festive occasions, Christmas. Interestingly December is also a month that witnesses a great number of birthdays which add to the celebrations of the month.
Talking of December and birthdays one fact deserves mention which again is quite unique and that being there is not just one but numerous birthstones specially dedicated to the month of December and all who celebrate their birthdays in this particular month enjoy the liberty of choosing from a wide selection of birthstones which bring them an ample dose of good luck.
Out of the whole lot of birthstones for December let's start with the endlessly beautiful Turquoise which is said to bring prosperity and good luck to the wearer. This gemstone gets its name from Turkey which is where they were first brought from. In ancient times turquoise was considered to be a sacred stone that protected against all evil as well as ill health.
Topaz happens to be another birthstone for December and the cool blue hue of these gemstones evokes a feeling of tranquility. In fact ancient civilizations believed that topaz possessed cooling properties. These stones are said to be highly effective in curing insanity, asthma, insomnia and poor vision. Blue topaz is also said to instill love and fidelity.
Zircon is the other gemstone that is also the birthstone for December. One thing to keep in mind here is not to confuse zircon with cubic zirconia. These stones again are said to have magical powers and are lucky for those who celebrate their birthdays in December.
Last but not the least, tanzanite the most recent entrant in the world of glittering gemstones is also the birthstone for December. Earning its name from Tanzania, the only place in the entire world where it is mined, tanzanite is not only a beautiful gemstone but is also extremely rare. The rich violet blue color of these stones has won them a lot of popularity across the globe. These charming stones not only look gorgeous but also are the good luck charms for all born in December.
