Jewelers in Oceanside Offer 50% OFF Rubies

Rubies are a valuable addition to the gemstone industry. For centuries, rubies have been at the forefront of luxury and high end. To know what sets this stone apart from other prized gemstones is its inherent beauty. However, there's more to rubies than just a beautiful face. The Ruby is July's birthstone. 

Gems N' Loans Oceanside not only offer custom jewelry design and top dollar when buy and selling, the change their stone of the month sale regular. Just happens that this month it is Ruby gems for fifty percent OFF.

A little trivia, Rubies symbolize power and protection. For example, when worn as a talisman, rubies are believed to help protect warriors in battle. This is probably why Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz, wore ruby slippers to protect her from evil. 

Always remember that high-quality rubies that weigh over 10 carats can sell for much more than a similar sized diamond. They have been know to earn prices upwards of $225,000 per carat. Comparably sized diamonds average a sales price around $125,000 per carat. Rubies of this size are significantly more rare than larger sized diamonds, which explains the difference in price.

Aquamarine - March Birthstone of the Month

Aquamarine comes from the Latin word meaning “Sea Water.” Medieval sages prescribed water touched by Aquamarine for a host of ills, including those affecting the eyes and lungs. Brazil is a major source for Aquamarine.

Since early times, aquamarine has been believed to endow the wearer with foresight, courage, and happiness. It is said to increase intelligence and make one youthful. As a healing stone, it is said to be effective as a treatment for anxiety and in the Middle Ages it was thought that aquamarine would reduce the effect of poisons.

Here at Gems N’ Loans we take our gems seriously and Aquamarine is no exception! Throughout the month of March we are offering 50% off the Birthstone of the Month, some exclusions may apply. Come in today and take a look at our selection.

Amethyst - Febraury Birthstone of the Month

Amethyst is the purple variety of the mineral quartz and the most valued member of the quartz family. It must be purple to be amethyst, but it can display a range of shades including deep purple, light lilac, lavender and mauve. Top quality amethyst is a deep medium purple with rose-colored flashes. Its purple color made it a stone of royalty for many thousands of years.

They are associated with wisdom, spirituality and security. Throughout history amethyst has been used to guard against drunkenness and is thought to be helpful in overcoming addiction. It has been used for hearing disorders, insomnia, headaches and other pain. Some sources suggest it is used to stabilize mental disorders.

Worn to make the wearer gentle and amiable. Amethyst powers include: dreams, healing, peace, love, spiritual upliftment, courage,  psychism, protection against thieves, and happiness. Amethyst is a lovely, affordable gemstone because of its widespread availability. It is also the birthstone of February.

Here at Gems N’ Loans we take our gems seriously and Amethyst is no exception! Throughout the month of February we are offering 50% off the Birthstone of the Month, some exclusions may apply. Come in today and take a look at our selection.

Garnet - January Birthstone of Month

Garnets are usually red, but can also be found in a variety of other colors. The Garnet is considered the stone of purity and truth. It is believed that Garnets help protect their wearer from evil. It is also the traditional birthstone of January.

Legend has it that Garnet's powers include healing, strength, and protection and it is often worn to relieve inflammations of the skin. It is also believed to regulate the heart and blood flow and aid in curing depression. In earlier times, garnets were exchanged as gifts between friends to demonstrate their affection for each other and to insure that they meet again.

Here at Gems N’ Loans we take our gems seriously and Garnet is no exception! Throughout the month of January we are offering 50% off the Stone of the Month, some exclusions may apply. Come in today and take a look at our selection

Topaz - November Birthstone of Month

Topaz is translucent and ranges in color but is best known for its yellowish, orange or golden color. Precious topaz, also known as Orange topaz is the traditional birthstone of November. Topaz is the symbol of friendship, and the state of Utah’s official gemstone.

Here at Gems N’ Loans we take our gems seriously and Topaz is no exception! Throughout the month of November we are offering 50% off the Stone of the Month, some exclusions may apply. Come in today and take a look at our selection

Opal - October Birthstone of Month

Opal is adapted from the Roman term opalus. Opal is the national gemstone of Australia, which produce 97% of the world’s supply. In the Middle Ages, opal was considered a stone that could provide great luck. It is the birthstone for people born in October.

The internal structure of precious opal makes it diffract light; depending on the conditions in which it formed, it can take on many colors. Precious opal ranges from clear through white, gray, red, orange, yellow, green, blue, magenta, rose, pink, slate, olive, brown, and black. Of these hues, the reds against black are the most rare, whereas white and greens are the most common. It varies in optical density from opaque to semitransparent.

Here at Gems N’ Loans we take our gems seriously and Opal is no exception! Throughout the month of October we are offering 50% off the Stone of the Month, some exclusions may apply. Come in today and take a look at our selection

Sapphire - September Stone of Month

Sapphires are often associated with loyalty, dignity and are a favorite gemstone for royalty. They are also a symbol of truth, sincerity, and faithfulness. That’s why it also makes a meaningful engagement ring. Maybe that’s why Prince Charles chose a sapphire engagement ring for Princess Diana.

Blue is the most popular, but they can be almost any color. Sapphire is the birthstone for September and belongs to the family of minerals known as corundum. They are traditional gifts for the 5th and 45th wedding anniversaries.

The ancient Persians have an interesting legend about Sapphires. They thought that the Earth was settled on a giant sapphire and the sky reflects its color. Ancient Persians and Catholic Church considered Sapphire to be a holy stone and believed that blue color of sapphire represents heaven.

Here at Gems N’ Loans we take our gems seriously and Sapphire is no exception! Throughout the month of September we are offering 50% off the Stone of the Month, some exclusions may apply. Come in today and take a look at our selection. 

Peridot - August Stone of Month

A new month brings a new Stone of the Month. The Stone of the Month for August is Peridot. Peridot is the official birthstone for the month of August. Legend says that peridot was one of the favorite gemstones of Cleopatra. The advantages of peridot are to attract love and calm anger while also soothing nerves and dispelling negative emotions.

Here at Gems N’ Loans we take our gems seriously and peridot is no exception! Throughout the month of August we are offering 50% off the Stone of the Month, some exclusions may apply. Come in today and take a look at our selection.

Ruby - July Stone of the Month

A new month brings a new Stone of the Month. The Stone of the Month for July is Ruby. Ruby is considered one of the four precious stones and is a red variety of the mineral Corundum. Its name comes from ruber, Latin for red. Ruby is the birthstone for July and also a traditional gift for those celebrating 15th or 40th anniversaries.

Here at Gems N’ Loans we take our gems seriously and Ruby is no exception! Throughout the month of June we are offering 50% off the Stone of the Month, some exclusions may apply. Come in today and take a look at our selection.

Pearl - June Stone of the Month

A new month brings a new Stone of the Month. The Stone of the Month for June is Pearl. From the courts of ancient emperors, to the royalty and celebrities of today, pearls have been adored as a sign of wealth and exquisite taste. Pearls are unique as they are the only gems from living sea creatures and require no polishing to reveal their natural beauty. 

The ideal pearl is perfectly round and smooth but many other shapes of pearls occur. To offer pearls to a loved one is to present her with the very finest of nature’s gifts. It is, quite simply, ‘The Queen of Gems’ – nothing else can come close. Forever elegant, forever in the highest fashion circles. 

Here at Gems N’ Loans we take our gems seriously and Pearl is no exception! Throughout the month of June we are offering 50% off the Stone of the Month, some exclusions may apply. Come in today and take a look at our selection.

Emerald - May Stone of the Month

A new month brings a new Stone of the Month. The Stone of the Month for May is Emerald.

Emeralds are green members of the popular beryl family of minerals. They are traditionally thought to enhance the clairvoyance of their wearers. 

Legends endowed the wearer with the ability to foresee the future when emerald was placed under the tongue, as well as to reveal truth and be protected against evil spells. Emerald was once also believed to cure diseases like cholera and malaria. Wearing an emerald was believed to reveal the truth or falseness of a lover’s oath as well as make one an eloquent speaker. It also states that emerald was one of the four precious stones given by God to King Solomon. These four stones were said to have endowed the king with power over all creation. Emerald is the May birthstone and the traditional gift for the 55th wedding anniversary. 

Here at Gems N’ Loans we take our gems seriously and Emerald is no exception! Throughout the month of May we are offering 50% off the Stone of the Month, some exclusions may apply. Come in today and take a look at our selection.

Aquamarine - March Stone of the Month

A new month brings a new Stone of the Month. The Stone of the Month for March is Aquamarine. Aquamarine comes from the Latin word meaning Sea Water and is exceptionally hard with an outstanding glass-like luster. It is most famous for its breathtaking sea-blue colors which can range from light blue to dark blue. The more saturated the color, the higher the value, although almost all aquamarine is typically a lighter blue tone. A deeply saturated blue is the most desirable color, but it is very rare in larger specimens.

The Greeks and the Romans knew aquamarine as the sailor's gem, ensuring the safe

and prosperous passage across many stormy seas. Legend has it that aquamarines were the prized possessions of many mermaids and would thus protect sailors from the dangers of sea, including warding off sea-sickness. Medieval sages prescribed water touched by Aquamarine for a host of ills, including those affecting the eyes and lungs.

Aquamarine is a decorative gem that complements almost any skin or eye color, which makes it an all-time favorite for women all over the world. It is a popular gem, universal to wear, readily available and moderately priced, and steadily growing in popularity and demand.

The leading producer of aquamarine is Brazil, with many mines spread throughout the country. Karur, India has recently become one of the biggest suppliers of Aquamarine.

Here at Gems N' Loans we take our gems seriously and Aquamarine is no exception! Throughout the month of March we are offering 50% off the Stone of the Month. Come in today and take a look at our selection. 

Romancing the Stones!

With Valentine's just a couple days away, make your shopping easy at Gems N' Loans. We are offering 50% off heart jewelry and 40% off diamond jewelry. Come in and take advantage of this multiple savings opportunity. Some exclusions may apply, see our sales associate for more details. This sale is at all four Gems N' Loans locations, Escondido, Oceanside, Vista and Temecula.

Amethyst - February Stone of the Month

A new month brings a new Stone of the Month. The Stone of the Month for February is Amethyst.

Amethyst is the purple variety of the mineral quartz. They are associated with wisdom, spirituality and security. Amethyst is a lovely, affordable gemstone because of its widespread availability. It is also the birthstone of February.

Amethyst is found in large quantities in volcanic rocks in Brazil. It is also mined in South Korea, Austria and the United States. Gemstone jewelry featuring amethyst gemstones is valuable, but it is not expensive. Most amethyst is purple, but it can also be green. Purple amethyst gets its color from iron. When exposed to heat inside the Earth or heat-treated after it is mined, amethyst can turn yellow or green.


Amethyst jewelry was popular in Ancient Greece. The Greek word "amethystos" means "not intoxicated". It was believed that Dionysus, the god of wine, created this gemstone himself by pouring wine over white stone. Goblets were often carved from amethyst in Ancient Greece.
    
Amethysts are bold and highly saturated with color. Because it is affordable among gemstones, many styles are available. Amethysts are often set as large pendants or in cocktail rings. The beads make a lovely necklace or set of bracelets and stud earrings stand in for diamond studs when you want a punch of color. The gems can be carved, faceted or tumbled into round stones.

Saint Valentine was said to have always worn Amethyst. In the Middle Ages, if a knight presented his lady with an Amethyst, then the pair would be blessed with good fortune and earthly happiness for the rest of their lives.

Here at Gems N' Loans we take our gems seriously and Amethyst is no exception! Throughout the month of February we are offering 50% off the Stone of the Month. Come in today and take a look at our selection.