About tanzanite and turquoise, the December birthstones
December has two birthstones on the UK birthstone list: tanzanite and turquoise. Tanzanite is a violet-blue gem found in only one place in the world, near Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, and was only discovered in the 1960s. Turquoise is one of the oldest gemstones in history, loved for its sky-blue to green colour.
What do the December birthstones mean?
Turquoise has been worn for thousands of years as a stone of protection and good fortune, while tanzanite is linked with transformation and new beginnings. Both make a meaningful gift at the end of the year.
Choosing December birthstone jewellery
Choose from turquoise necklaces, earrings and Claddagh pieces in our own Argento range, Pandora eternity rings and charms, Karma bangles and Nomination blue-toned charms. Add the December holly with our birth flower jewellery, or make it personal with our engravable birthstone jewellery.
Caring for your December jewellery
Turquoise is softer and more porous than many stones, so keep it away from water, perfume and lotion. Wipe it with a soft, dry cloth after wearing and store each piece separately so stones and silver stay scratch-free.