Where Do Birthstones Come From?
Although the tradition of wearing birthstone jewelry is relatively modern, the existence of birthstones themselves dates back to the first century. This is when historians began to connect the twelve months of the year, the twelve zodiac signs, and the twelve stones decorating Aaron, the first high priest of the Israelites’, breastplate. The modern practice of wearing birthstone jewelry is believed to have started somewhere in 16th century Germany or Poland.