The Jewel Box Journal

Vibrant red ruby gemstones on a dark reflective surface — July's birthstone

July Birthstone Guide: Ruby & How to Choose

A complete guide to July's birthstone — the ruby, king of gems. History, meaning, how to judge color and quality, alternatives, and how to choose one in Hawaii.

July Birthstone Guide: Ruby & How to Choose

A complete guide to July's birthstone — the ruby, king of gems. History, meaning, how to judge color and quality, alternatives, and how to choose one in Hawaii.

Strands of lustrous white freshwater pearls — June's birthstone

June Birthstone Guide: Pearl, Alexandrite & Moo...

A complete guide to June’s three birthstones — pearl, alexandrite, and moonstone. History, meaning, how to evaluate each, alternatives, and how to choose one in Hawaii.

June Birthstone Guide: Pearl, Alexandrite & Moo...

A complete guide to June’s three birthstones — pearl, alexandrite, and moonstone. History, meaning, how to evaluate each, alternatives, and how to choose one in Hawaii.

Faceted emerald gemstone — May’s birthstone — showing the characteristic deep green color

May Birthstone Guide: Emeralds & How to Choose

A complete guide to May’s birthstone — the emerald. History, meaning, the four value factors, alternatives, and how to choose one in Hawaii.

May Birthstone Guide: Emeralds & How to Choose

A complete guide to May’s birthstone — the emerald. History, meaning, the four value factors, alternatives, and how to choose one in Hawaii.

Round brilliant cut diamond on a dark textured surface — April's birthstone

April Birthstone: Diamonds

A complete guide to April’s birthstone — the diamond. History, meaning, the 4 Cs, alternatives, and how to choose one in Hawaii.

April Birthstone: Diamonds

A complete guide to April’s birthstone — the diamond. History, meaning, the 4 Cs, alternatives, and how to choose one in Hawaii.