Our Stepping Stone Strands are a profound embodiment of personal meaning, elegantly crafted into a wearable form. Each genuine gemstone bead carries unique significance, allowing you to infuse your intentions and celebrate your individuality. Whether you select stones based on your birthdate, their intrinsic meaning, or your favorite color, the central piece, approximately 1” or 25mm, gracefully bends, creating a subtle and elegant design. Paired with our delicate 1.1mm chain, the result is a timeless piece that beautifully complements your essence. Handcrafted in our Chico, California studio, each Stepping Stone Strand is meticulously created after you've chosen your stones, fine metal preference, and chain length. The outcome is a stunning and meaningful staple piece that enriches your daily experiences with its beauty and purpose. Birthstone & Meanings: GARNET (January) - Protection and Light AMETHYST (February) - Tranquility and Peace AQUAMARINE (March) - Love, Hope, Health, and New Friendships HERKIMER DIAMOND or TUMBLED QUARTZ (April) - Love, Eternity, and Strength EMERALD (May) - Health, Healing, and Future Possibilities PEARL (June) - Wisdom, Purity, and Serenity RAINBOW MOONSTONE (June) - Balance, Creativity, and Intuition RUBY (July) - Protection and Harmony PINK TOURMALINE (July) - Love, Compassion, and Emotional Healing PERIDOT (August) - Protection and Spiritual, Psychological, and Physical Healing SAPPHIRE (September) - Faith, Purity, and Foresight OPAL (October) - Purity, Hope, and Innocence CITRINE (November) - Joy and Abundance TURQUOISE (December) - Happiness, Fortune, Luck, and Balance TANZANITE (December) - Transformation, Intuition, and New Beginnings