Dale's Jewelers
1950 Channing Way
Idaho Falls, ID 83404
Phone: 208-525-3361
Fax: 208-525-3386
Zircon Blue
zircon, thought by many to be relatively new to the gem market,
has been with us for many centuries. In the middle ages zircon
was worn to promote riches, honor and wisdom. It was also
believed to drive away plagues and evil spirits. The name
is believed to originate from the Persian word "Zargun",
which means "gold colored", due to the yellow color
of the stones found there.
Blue Zircon gained popularity in the 1880's and was used
extensively in Victorian jewelry. Primary sources for zircon
include Sri Lanka, Kampuchea, Burma, Thailand and Australia.
Zircon is the birthstone for the month of December and is
designated for the 7th wedding anniversary. They occur in
a rainbow of colors with blue being the most popular color.
Almost all blue and colorless zircons have been enhanced by
heat treatment.
Blue
zircon, thought by many to be relatively new to the gem market,
has been with us for many centuries. In the middle ages zircon
was worn to promote riches, honor and wisdom. It was also
believed to drive away plagues and evil spirits. The name
is believed to originate from the Persian word "Zargun",
which means "gold colored", due to the yellow color
of the stones found there. 
