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Where Do Birthstones Come From?

Filed in archive Jewelry History by tammy on January 17, 2006

Goldsmith, Richard Alan, has another great article, this time concerning the origins of birthstones. It's something I never really thought much about before, but now that you mention it, where did this gemstone and birthday tradition come from?

" If we could go back in time about 2,000 years, the answer would be easy.

First, we just locate a man named Aaron who was the first high priest in the most glorious position of the Jewish faith. He also happens to be Moses' brother.

Most gemstone aficionados agree that birthstones originated with the breast plate of Aaron (it is said the design was created by the "ultimate designer" and presented to Moses). The breast plate contained 12 gemstones that signified the 12 tribes of Israel, although it is mentioned in the bible links

the exact gems get lost in translation and no two "experts" can agree on the exact 12 gemstones the plate contained."

Alan also offers a birthstone list in his article, " Birthstones and amulets"

I've also compiled my own list here: " Birthstone List"

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