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What Are the Birthstones for December?

December has one of the widest variety of styles to choose from when it comes to birthstones. This really gives you a lot of different options. You can even buy simple kinds of these pieces just because most of them are quite inexpensive with the exception of tanzanite. Here are a few tips on how to really wear these kind of pieces and truly show them off.

With most months it will simply be too expensive to buy a birthstone bracelet. Oftentimes these kinds of pieces will just feature a lot of sterling silver bangle work just because finding matching gemstones in such a high carat weight would just be impossible. You could really combat this by going with one of the less expensive December birthstones. These include turquoise and blue topaz. This really can go in all different kinds of design directions depending on your image.

Try mixing and matching things to make them a little special. You could pair blue and white topaz together. White topaz almost acts as a diamond stimulant and it’s a lot less expensive. You can get a unique take on things by adding in an amethyst for a blue and purple color palette.

Another option would be to make semi precious stones very expensive looking. You can find a lot of the designer styles. Right now, it’s for a popular to have an entire band encrusted with a multitude of gemstones. Even the sides are covered with different gems. The band is as much of a focal point as the center stone. The center stone can be made out of a large blue Topaz. Buying a blue diamond ring in this size would really be astronomical in price. However, you can still get a few blue diamond accents while still technically owning your gemstone.