If someone is lucky enough to have an April birthday, congratulations you won the birthstone lottery. Your birthstone is none other than a diamond.
How did diamonds become the birthstone for April?
The tradition of birthstones dates back to ancient times, but the specific origins of assigning a diamond as the birthstone for April are not entirely clear. However, the modern list of birthstones was standardized by the Jewelers of America in the United States in 1912, and this list has been widely adopted around the world. According to this modern list, the diamond was assigned as the birthstone for April.
What is the meaning of April's birthstone?
The diamond, April's birthstone, is often associated with love, strength, and invincibility. The word "diamond" is derived from the Greek word "adamas," meaning invincible, which reflects the diamond's extreme hardness and durability. As such, diamonds have been historically viewed as a symbol of strength and invincibility. Diamonds are also often associated with love and commitment, making them a popular choice to represent the love and the enduring bonds between people.
What are some April diamond birthstone gift ideas?
Permanent Jewelry Bracelet with Diamonds: We offer several permanent jewelry chains with diamonds, or you can select any other chain from our collection and add a diamond charm to it.
Diamond stud earrings: A classic and timeless gift that can be worn every day or for special occasions. They can be purchased in various carat sizes to fit any budget, and can also be a beautiful gift for single piercings.
Understated Diamond Fashion Rings: Many designers have created simple and affordable rings for casual everyday wear under $200 that use small diamonds as a band or accent.
Luxury Watch with Diamond accents: Sometimes the diamond can be the accessory rather than the focal point. Consider a classic timepiece with diamond accents on the dial, bezel or bracelet. Visit our showroom to see our entire selection of watches by multiple brands.
Diamond Pendants: A delicate piece of jewelry that can be customized with a variety of diamond shapes and sizes and worn on a variety of chains and necklaces.
Diamond Tiara: We don't sell these, but if you really wanted one, our design and repair shop would love the challenge!
An aerial view of the new Jack Lewis Jewelers location at 3011 Galena Road, near Biaggi’s and Ancho & Agave on Bloomingon’s east side.
The project will be designed locally by Kyle Glandon and Paul Scharnett at Hewn Architectural Studio (the new entity formed at the start of 2024 by the merger of Workbench and SAA), and be built locally by Catalyst Construction, led by the team of Andy Kaufmann, Britt Steffen, and Josiah Koch.
It was an honor to have a crowd of family, friends, and colleagues join us for the celebration.
Flanked by co-owner Missy Ranney and wife Ketti, John Carter kicks-off the ceremony with opening remarks.
Father Schultz from St. Patrick Catholic Church of Merna leads the group in prayer before blessing the ground.
L to R, Seth & Missy Ranney, and John & Ketti Carter officially break ground at the site of the new Jack Lewis Jewelers on June 13, 2024.
The Ranneys and Carters officially throw the first dirt.
Jack Lewis Jewelers owners Missy Ranney and John Carter pose at the Groundbreaking Ceremony.
An aerial view of the crowd arriving.
The new store will be designed locally by Kyle Glandon and Paul Scharnett at Hewn Architectural Studio. We’ll be sharing the renderings in the months to come.
The new store will be built locally by Catalyst Construction under the direction of project superintendent Josiah Koch.
Carter welcomes the crowd to the Groundbreaking Ceremony.
Carter makes remarks during the Groundbreaking Ceremony.
Carter makes remarks during the Groundbreaking Ceremony.
John Carter and wife Ketti during the opening remarks at the Groundbreaking Ceremony.
Father Schultz leads the crowd in a blessing of the new ground.
John Carter and wife Ketti pause for a moment of prayer during the blessing.
Missy Ranney and John & Ketti Carter prepare to throw dirt.
The project team includes Paul Scharnett of Hewn Architectural Studio (far left) and Josiah Koch of Catalyst Construction (4th from right).
John Carter poses at the Jack Lewis Groundbreaking.
