The birthstone for April is the diamond, a colorless stone. A diamond may carry a faint yellowish tint and is sometimes described as transparent. A diamond is at its most beautiful in its colorless form, because only then is the dispersion of light perfect. The diamond is a concentrated form of light energy, incredibly powerful and intense. It is also the hardest mineral found in nature. Wearing a diamond is said to connect you with higher energies. Because a diamond cannot be used in every piece of jewelry, cubic zirconia is often used for April instead.
Meaning of the April Birthstone
The diamond symbolizes strength, luck, power, love and romance. It is also said to ward off evil spirits and nightmares. It reduces jealousy and indecision and increases self-belief. A diamond gives you spiritual freedom.
Spiritual healing also holds that the diamond has a positive effect on the nerves, stomach, intestines and brain. The stone can be combined with other gemstones, because a diamond amplifies the effect of the other stones.
History of the April Birthstone
The diamond has been called the "king of gemstones." The word "diamond" comes from Greek: "adamas" means invincible or untamable, and it later became synonymous with the diamond. From the early days of the Greek empire, diamonds were a symbol of eternal love. According to the Greeks, diamonds were also the tears of the gods.
The first diamond was discovered in India 2,500 years ago. Diamonds were thought to be splinters of stars, crystallized lightning or even petrified dewdrops, and were used as talismans.
In the dark period of the Middle Ages, as general joy faded, so did the diamond's popularity. Yet the diamond had something special: it is eternal. From a secondary stone it became the star of the show. The April birthstone can be found in many jewels and crowns.
The Stone of Aries
Besides being the April birthstone, the diamond is also linked to the zodiac signs Aries and Taurus. If you like, you can use it for jewelry inspired by your zodiac sign too.
Aries March 21 – April 19: aquamarine and diamond
Taurus April 20 – May 20: diamond and emerald
So Aries can choose between the March birthstone, aquamarine, and the April birthstone, the diamond. Taurus can also choose the April birthstone, or opt for emerald instead.
The April Birthstone at Mama Jewels
Besides jewelry with the April birthstone, our store offers a wide collection of zodiac birthstone jewelry. Browse our extensive collection of zodiac birthstone jewelry on our website.
Ordering the April Birthstone Online
Gemstone jewelry is often unique and not available in a range of sizes. If you want to order an April birthstone ring from us online, we will make it to size in our studio. To find the right ring size, you can use our guide. A beautiful pendant with the April birthstone always works, so discover the possibilities of gorgeous jewelry with diamond or cubic zirconia. Discover the full zodiac birthstone jewelry collection at Mama Jewels here.
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