Hindu poets tell of the Kalpa Tree, the ultimate gift to the gods, a glowing tree covered in gemstone fruit with leaves of zircon. In the middle ages, zircon was said to aid sleep, bring prosperity and promote honour and wisdom in its owner.
Birthstone
December
Derivation
Thought to be derived from the Persian word 'zargun', which means 'gold-coloured', the most popular type of zircon today is blue zircon.
