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Sage/Debs
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December BirthstonesDecember's Birthstone is Turquoise
Turquoise is the birthstone of December and the gem of choice for the fifth and eleventh wedding anniversaries. This valuable mineral is non-transparent, which means you can't see through it. The turquoise, which is a hydrous copper aluminum sulfate, is available in every shade between the colors of blue and green. The Native Americans ascribe spiritual power to the gem, which can be found in the American Southwest as well as in Australia, Iran, Afghanistan and locations all over the Middle East.
In fact, the gem was first brought to Europe by Turkish traders. The semi-precious jewel was mined for millennia by the Egyptians and can be dated back as far as 6,000 B.C.E. Turquoise is believed to calm the mind and relax tension in the body. It is supposed to soothe the emotions and reduce stress.
In past times, December's birthstone was most commonly listed as ruby. Turquoise and bloodstone were other choices. Lapis lazuli was also cited.
The Native Americans often carve the stone in animal shapes which represent different divinities. These shapes would then be left on the burial sites to guard the dead. They also believe that the gem can ward off illness. When given as a gift, it is supposed to bring happiness and riches to the recipient. Warriors often attached turquoise to their bows and arrows to ensure that their shots hit the desired target.
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Alternative birthstones for December are:
Blue Topaz, Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Ruby, Pink Tourmaline
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If your astrological, or zodiac birthsign is Sagittarius your birthday is between November 23 and December 21.
(November birthstones are Yellow Topaz and Citrine.) December birthstones are Turquoise, Blue Topaz and Lapis Lazuli.
In addition, Sagittarian's also have a number of other gemstones having an affinity with their birth sign - Amethyst, Chalcedony, Charoite, Clear Quartz, Iolite, Labradorite, Lapis Lazuli, Obsidian, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire, Seraphinite, Smokey Quartz, Sodalite, Topaz, Turquoise and Vesuvianite.
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If your astrological, or zodiac birthsign is Capricorn your birthday is between December 22 and January 20.
December birthstones are Turquoise, Blue Topaz and Lapis Lazuli. (The January birthstone is Garnet.)
In addition, Capricorn’s also have a number of other gemstones having an affinity with their birth sign - Amethyst, Aragonite, Cat's Eye, Clear Quartz, Fluorite, Ocean Jasper, Magnetite, Malachite, Smokey Quartz, Tiger Eye, Tourmaline Quartz, Black Tourmaline, Green Tourmaline and Vesuvianite.
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Sulis
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it is also said that if you fall and have turquoise on you then the stone will take any breaks instead of you say breaking a leg.
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Sage/Debs
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one more time! 
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