Codex Birthstone Meanings¶
"Birthstones and their Meanings"
By: Themis Vincit
Stones of Spring
Palilia - Festival for Ereal of the Morning - Peridot - "Stone of Rebirth"
Ereal - Diamond - "Stone of Will"
Scran - Ruby - "Stone of Fire and Passion"
Tulcas - Sapphire - "Stone of Fidelity"
Stones of Summer
Armilustrium - Festival for Ereal the Conquerer - Garnet - "The Soldier's Stone"
Aera - Bloodstone - "Stone of Harmony"
Palut - Jade - "Stone of Clarity"
Stones of Fall
Lupercalia - Festival for Ereal of the Evening - Sardonyx - "Stone of the Harvest"
Invex - Aquamrine - "Stone of Safety"
Jemros - Amethyst - "Stone of Spirituality and Transformation"
Allinius - Emerald - "Stone of Hope"
Stones of Winter
Feralia - Festival for Ereal the Wanderer - Lapis Lazuli - "Stone of Mystery"
Lucifal - Moonstone - "Stone of Trickery"
Rindak - Tiger's Eye - "Stone of Patience"
Introduction
The time of ones birth is symbolically represented by a stone, some precious, while others are semi-precious. Each stone is associated with qualities which oftentimes are indicative of ones personality.
Palilia - Peridot
Palilia - Festival for Ereal of the Morning - Peridot - "Stone of Rebirth"
Peridot symbolizes birth and rebirth.
The light green of this stone can be found throughout the land at this time as the leaves appear on the trees and shoots of grass begin to grow.
Animals are mating and birthing their offspring. Spring is officially upon us!
The people of the Republic also celebrate the birth of the great city of Iridine
People represented by the birthstone, Peridot, are typically quick to forgive others.
They are moral, pure of heart, and tend to be very clear-minded individuals.
These people may also have the foresight to discern impending danger.
Ereal - Diamond
Diamond symbolizes strength and determination.
The absence of color in this stone can be related to the story of creation, when Ereal was living alone in the Void
Just like how Ereal is able to see each and every one of his children and who they are, a diamond, when catching light, reflects all colors of the rainbow.
People represented by the birthstone, Diamond, have fierce determination and an indomitable spirit.
These people seem full of energy!
Success comes easily to these people and they welcome new challenges
These people have a positive outlook on life.
Scran - Ruby
Ruby symbolizes vitality and wealth.
The color of rubies is typically a bright red, which represents the purity and healthfulness of the blood of people born in the month of Scran.
Rubies are also the gems of royalty, and have been worn by many kings.
People represented by this birthstone typically live longer than others.
As they age, their mind stays strong, unlike many elderly people.
When ill, these people recover quickly compared to their peers.
They tend to motivate and inspire those around them.
It is said that these people also show vigor in the bedroom.
Tulcas - Sapphire
Sapphire symbolizes faithfulness and truth.
King Tulcas, founder of the Republic, in his faithfulness to Ereal, outlawed the worship of the moons.
Therefore, Sapphires also represent Divine Favor.
People represented by this birthstone are honest, sometimes to the point of hurting others.
These people tend to stick with one trade, choosing to master it rather than moving from one skill to the next.
This is also true of their marriage partners and friendships.
People represented by the sapphire tend to stick with people in love and friendship for life, even if outsiders may consider the relationship unhealthy.
Armilustrium - Garnet
Armilustrium - Festival for the Ereal the Conquerer - Garnet
"The Soldier's Stone"
The deep red of this stone is symbolic of blood and of the intense heat experienced during this time of year.
This is the time of year for the purification of weapons for the Legions as well as demands for protection from injury and death for the soldiers.
Garnet serves a stone of protection, especially for soldiers.
Many a Garnet stone can be found in the shields, buckles, and other armor of soldiers.
It has been said that people born during this time of year have an inner fire.
These people are motivated, productive, and achievement motivated. '
Many famous soldiers have been born during this time of the year, and it is considered lucky to be a soldier who was born in this month.
These people have strong constitutions.
They are loyal to their country and will fight to the death to protect their homeland.
Aera- Bloodstone
Aera - Bloodstone - "Stone of Harmony"
This dark green stone is symbolic of Midlight itself, while the red streaks found running through the stone are the life that inhabits our world; all of which die and feed the land to keep it fertile.
The red of the stone reminds one of Aeras hue.
Many Healers, Outdoorsman, Naturalists, and Hunters tend to have been born during this month.
Those born during this month seek harmony most of all, whether its within nature, or amongst the people
These people are reverent of the cycle of life
Rarely will they be seen to kill for sport.
Because of their deep understanding of the cycle of life, they are often asked to perform marriage rituals as well as last rites
Palut - Jade
Palut - Jade - "Stone of Clarity"
The color of Jade ranges from the sea-green of the ocean to the bright greens found in nature at the height of the summer
The stone is often carved with ease and used in jewelry and home decorations.
Owning a piece of Jade assists in clear reasoning.
It is said that those born during this month have a keen sense of direction.
In conversations, these people are capable of seeing straight through to a persons intentions and are often sought out for advice by others.
People born during this month are excellent leaders because they are able to be clear and concise with those under them.
Most have a calm disposition.
Lupercalia - Sardonyx
Lupercalia - Festival for Ereal of the Evening - Sardonyx
"Stone of the Harvest"
This is the time of the year where crops are harvested; animals are slaughtered, all in preparation for the upcoming winter.
A huge Feast of the Harvest takes place this time of the year, and the soil is blessed and the territory of the Republic of Iridine is ritually purified.
It is said that a child who is born during this time of year is truly blessed by Ereal, especially if the years harvest was quite abundant.
Just as many crops are harvested, the person born during this time of year can be expected to have many talents.
Truly, anything is possible with this person!
Those born in this time of year are actively involved in their community and reap many rewards from their talents which they share freely with others.
Invex - Aquamarine
Invex - Aquamarine - "Stone of Safety"
The color of an aquamarine stone is reminiscent of that of the ocean and the Invex River.
Those who travel on water, especially sailors, carry this stone for protection.
Sailors claim that the Aquamarine is the treasure of the Sirens and carrying it is protection against being shipwrecked.
People represented by this birthstone have the gift of haggling and tend to become traders or merchants.
Poets, singers, and dramatists are also common professions born in this month.
Despite the seemingly pacifistic qualities the stone gives to those born of this month, many famous gladiators were born at this time of the year.
Jemros - Amethyst
Purple is a rare color among gems and stones, and its not only the color of the stone that makes it special.
Anyone who has seen the eyes of the Undone or the light shining from the Tower of Heavens will immediately think of Amethyst.
Many people born on this month are great seers; having the ability to see the future.
Most born at this time of year have great empathy for others and lean towards humanitarian professions.
Many priests, priestesses, and vigiles are born during this month.
Allinius - Emerald
Allinius - Emerald - "Stone of Hope"
At this time of the year, deciduous trees have lost their leaves, but the evergreen serves as a reminder of life and vitality.
Oftentimes, wreathes and garlands of evergreens are brought into homes to bring life and vitality into the home.
The same can be said of the emerald.
Scholars wear emeralds because they have been said to improve ones memory and communication.
As a result, people born during this month tend to have higher mental acuity than most of their peers.
Many of these people devote their lives to academic pursuits.
Green is a lucky color, and those born during Allinius have a natural flow to their lives, seeming quite fortunate in everything they undertake.
Feralia - Lapis Lazuli
Feralia - Festival for Ereal of the Morning - Lapis Lazuli - "Stone of Mystery"
The color of Lapiz Lazuli is a deep blue which reminds one of the deepest coldest waters of the ocean, and is also is the stone of the first month of winter.
Legend says that the dead walk freely during this one week and can interact with the living.
Those born during this month tend to keep to themselves. These people are introverted and have difficulties becoming close to others.
They are pensive and mysterious. People born during this time of year can communicate more effectively with the dead and are sought to perform last rites.
It is rumored that being able to communicate with the dead so clearly is the reason why these people seem tense and unapproachable.
Lucifal - Moonstone
Lucifal - Moonstone - "Stone of Trickery"
The sparkle of the moonstone is said to change as the moons go through their cycle.
For the moonstone, its sparkle is especially bright when Lucifal is in the sky.
Just as the moonstone sparkles when Lucifal can be seen in the sky, the skills of those born in this month tend to be most apparent late at night when Lucifal can be found in the sky.
The people born during this month are mischievous.
They tend to move stealthily amongst the crowd.
Sometimes they use their colorful ways to trick people out of coin and sometimes into traps that cost them their lives.
Rindak - Tiger's Eye - "Stone of Patience"
A tiger is capable of stalking his prey for days at a time, waiting for the perfect moment to strike.
He is focused solely on his desires and is willing to hold steadfast to his goals and do whatever it takes to reach them.
People born during this month tend to lean towards careers in hunting as well as other careers requiring the stalking of prey.
Many famous archers have been born during this time of year.
Also, many of the noblest and most well-known patricians were born during this month
They tend to exhibit patience for their servants as well as those who work for them.