Birthstones are extraordinary things. They are the world's most ancient talismans of legend, hope, tragedy and restoration.
Every stone has a personality.
If you wear a birthstone, you are calling upon the unique powers of that stone. This site is devoted to birthstone lore and legend. Each of the LittleLore books featured above recounts one special fable - individually crafted to explain the significance of every month's gem. Following the story is a comprehensive look at the birthstone, including lore, physical properties, alternates and religious significance. This page has 3286 accesses.