April – Diamond

Known as the invincible birthstone, the diamond is indeed the hardest gemstone. Perhaps one of the world’s most popular gemstones, diamonds are formed deep within the Earth and brought to the surface through volcanic activity.

In 2011, one of Elizabeth Taylor’s diamonds sold on auction for $11,842,500. The sale took place after only four minutes of bidding.

Birthstones are not only fun and nostalgic, but throughout our lives they serve as a beautiful reminder of the month when we were born. The history behind birthstones is fascinating, with origins that date back to the Old Testament and Aaron’s breastplate, which featured 12 gemstones that represented the 12 tribes of Israel.

Over time, the 12 gems eventually became associated with the zodiac. Then, in 1912, the National Association of Jewelers established the modern list of birthstones we know today.