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Amethyst is believed to induce peace, serenity and temperance, it is also believed to improve skin and hair. Amethysts are part of the Quartz family and are found in Brazil, Canada, India, Madagascar and several…

If you need a Valentines gift for your partner, we have a beautiful range of Jewellery here at Fosters Of York; from handmade Diamond rings to stunning coloured stone set pendants, bracelets and earrings. We…

Garnets are attributed with the power of protecting wearers from nightmares, snakebites and are also thought to provide guidance in the dark. Garnets are found all over the world, one of the most recently discovered…

Topaz is said to hold the power of healing and helps to preserve ‘sanity’ the stone is associated with life, strength of body and mind. It was once thought that the wearer would become invisible…

Turquoise is believed to bring good fortune, good luck and a happy life. The best quality Turquoise is found in Northeast Iran. The hardness of the stone is 5-6. The photograph is featuring some of…

October- Opal Opals are said to be stones of hope that bring the virtues of innocence and purity. Nearly all Opals come from Australia, others can be found in Mexico, Brazil, USA and Africa. Are…

The History of Birthstones The idea of Birthstones is a gemstone assigned to each month of the year. This idea is thought to be an ancient one and scholars can trace it back to the…

We are now Stockists of Royal Scot Crystal. Royal Scot Crystal is known for exquisitely hand made and skilfully hand cut crystal and has a reputation for producing the very finest British hand cut crystal,…

When York Against Cancer announced it was celebrating its 30th anniversary with a Feather and Pearls Ball, York jeweller Caroline Foster had a gem of an idea. Caroline, of Fosters jewellers, High Petergate, decided to…