Symbolism and Meaning of the Birthstone Color for May
Individual Birthstones colors, such as the Emerald, also have special attributes. The meaning behind birthstones colors were symbolised by their association with events which occurred in history, many of which date back, and relate to, the biblical meanings of colors. The Christian meaning of Green was highly symbolic. From Ancient times wise men and healers have believed that jewels and gemstones, such as the Emerald, have mystical powers and conduct the energies of the ruling planets with which each gemstone is associated which affect our physical or emotional well being and healing powers. Gemstones and their attributes were related to signs of the Zodiac or month of birth and referred to as Birthstones. The symbolism and meaning of the Birthstone Color for May is as follows: - The symbolic meaning of the color green is renewal of life and nature. Green also has a Biblical meaning and is the Christian color for the season of Epiphany
Birthstone Color for May - Hue, Tone and Saturation
Birthstone Colors are determined by the impurities or structural defects that cause the coloration and the gemstones selective absorption of certain wavelengths of light called the body color. In gemstones, color consists of three components: - Hue - the first impression of the colour Green
- Tone - the lightness or darkness of the ranging from light to medium to dark
- Saturation - the intensity of a gemstone's colour which is measured from dull to strong to vivid
Birthstone Color for May - Guide - Traditional Meaning - Facts - Information - Info - Gems
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