Turquoise is December's birthstone ans is also the birthstone for the zodiacs Capricorn & Sagittarius. Each month has its own unique gemstone to represent it. Carrying your birthstone is said to bring good luck. You can carry your birthstone as a good luck amulet, or your loved ones’ birthstone as a symbol of love.

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The Turquoise is said to have the ability to cleanse negative energy and bring good fortune. The blue stone also promotes inner harmony and peace through spiritual understanding and is also a great stone for self-acceptance and for forgiving yourself and can help you let go of useless regrets about the past.

Turquoise is connected to the throat chakra, which paves the way for honest communication – wear turquoise when you need to speak your mind.

Turquoise décor can be traced over 4000 years back in time, and the gemstone is found in ancient Egyptian graves. The gorgeous gemstone also has a very special meaning to Native Americans, who made it part of numerous rituals, and rites of passage, and was likewise also worn as a protective talisman.

Many gemstones are associated with a special anniversary. Jewellery with turquoise is traditionally given as a gift on the 11th wedding anniversary, which is called an Amber Anniversary.

The Turqouise's symbolism of friendship, positivity, and honest communication adds an extra layer of thoughtfulness and beauty to an 11th anniversary gift.