Fast-forward to 1912, when the American National Retail Jewelers Association, now known as Jewelers of America, standardized the birthstone list we know today. Yet the magic didn't stop there.

He goes on to explain why bloodstone (AKA heliotrope) was later rejected as the official March gem: "In 1920, the National Association of Jewelers adopted their ‘modern’ birthstone list ...

Similar to zodiac signs, birthstones – as the name suggests – relate to the month people are born, with twelve precious and semi-precious stones making up the list. Although the origin of the ...

The diamond is the birthstone for April. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. While this gemstone is well-known for its colorless or white variety, there are colored diamonds ...