Even though we don’t get that New England-style blanket of white snow, Houstonians can still feel that slight chill in the air that harkens in the winter months (okay… very slight) December is right around the corner and there are plenty of festivities and parties and events to plan and attend. We cannot forget about the unsung heroes of the month of December: our sweet Sagittarians and Capricorns that share their birthday month with a billion major holidays. We’ve got good news for our winter babes: you have your choice of two brilliant options for birthstones for your ravishing rings and bold bands, each as different as the astrological signs that hold residence over the twelfth month. Enter subtle, glossy turquoise for our earth Capricorn signs, and the fierce, deep tones of tanzanite for our fiery Sagittarians.
December Sagittarians are born on or between the 1st and the 21st of the month, and she’s a straight shooter who doesn’t hold back and doesn’t miss her mark (which is probably why an archer represents Sagittarius.) Sagittarius is a fire sign, which means Sagittarians tend to be bold, creative, and daring. Tanzanite holds all of these elements at once. They’re found only near Mount Kilimanjaro, the dramatic and dazzling blue-violet color makes these rare gems incredibly sought-after.
The end of the month, between the 21st and 31st, belongs to the other side of the December baby coin: Capricorns. Her friends describe her as “down to earth,” which is particularly apt, given that Capricorn is an earth sign. She’s practical and grounded, and probably digs an oversized scarf and cozy coffee date over a sequin bodycon dress and a teeming nightclub. Turquoise is the gem for her. It’s a stone with a rich history and an unmistakable glossy glow. It’s not just for your aunt who visits on holidays from Nevada – whether set in yellow gold or sterling silver, turquoise can add a splash of color to any aesthetic.
Tantalizing Tanzanite
Houston loves a gold chain, and this beauty is dotted with our favorite December Sagittarian gemstone – deep blue tanzanite. Our little thrill-seeker will practically drool over Rudolf Friedmann’s yellow gold and tanzanite necklace. Each link accumulates to 18k yellow gold and each tanzanite gemstone is a unique and stunning testament to the hand-crafted creativity of Rudolf Friedmann. This bling blazes with a warm hue of yellow gold and has a sense of whimsy with the touch of deep indigo from the December birthstone tanzanite.
Talk about a show-stopper. There’s always a need for the perfect statement piece to accentuate an outfit. The round cabochon tanzanite gemstone is bold and bright and is made even more dramatic with the delicate white diamond pave that forms a ring around the December birthstone. Lauren K makes beautiful use of the 18k yellow gold placement, as the contrast of yellow gold, white diamond, and the breathtaking violet sheen of the tanzanite gemstone puts this ring in its own league, and there’s nothing more tempting for a creative Sagittarian.
A vision in Prussian blue with a dainty gold chain to boot. A December Sagittarius is a girl for adventure and the wild unknown. This 18k yellow gold tanzanite necklace from Rudolf Friedmann is an airy take on the chunky yellow gold and tanzanite link necklace that we detailed earlier. Instead of the big and bold yellow gold links, this interpretation of the yellow gold and tanzanite aesthetic focuses more on the ethereal presence of the exquisite ultramarine tanzanite. Our Sagittarius will feel the pull of Mars right to this necklace and know that it will be the perfect centerpiece for her spectacular aesthetic.
Tranquil Turqouise
Capricorns need some love too, and there are some excellent options for our second December birthstone, the glossy and iconic turquoise. An earth sign loves a classic, and there’s nothing more classic than a bright turquoise band with round-cut diamond borders. Picchiotti’s Xpandable Turquoise Ring combines elegance with practicality, which is a dream for our grounded December Capricorns. The Xpandable technology is an innovative solution to discomfort in bands. It expands over knuckles with ease and remains completely invisible and perfectly comfortable – as well as drop-dead gorgeous. The opaque turquoise inlay offsets the delicious rose gold placement. The rows of white diamonds in distinct triads make this the trifecta of grace and comfort.
With their rich history, regal designs, and woman-owned status, anything out of Armenta’s Old World Collection would catch the eye of the discerning and thoughtful December Capricorn. Who knew turquoise could look so… enchanting? Their masterful use of the natural turquoise gemstone and its marriage to the dark sterling silver metal placement turns these turquoise earrings into a challenge to the form. The drops of yellow gold punctuated with the most delicate champagne diamonds enhance this incredibly unique Armenta design even further. December Capricorns are often described as “old souls” – they’ve come a long way and they are wiser for it. These blue turquoise and champagne diamond Crivelli drop earrings from Armenta’s Old World Collection would be a set of birthstone jewelry that truly speaks to the wearer’s identity.