Turquoise is the gemstone for December and she makes a clear, stylish statement as a display piece in the rich traditions of Royal Doulton figurines with a contemporary twist. Her lithe frame is set off by a turquoise strapless evening dress which hugs the figure at the top, then sweeps out from the slender waistline to touch the floor. Calm and confident in repose, this rosy-cheeked beauty with shoulder length auburn hair wears a turquoise crystal for lasting effect. The name means Turkish stone because the trade route that brought it to europe used to come via Turkey. colours in turqouise range from sky blue to apple green. During the 16th century the southwest indians used turquoise as currency. They believed the gemstone could bring spoils to the warrior, animals to the hunter, and happiness and good fortune to all. Many people know which gemstone is associated with his or her month of birth. This is probably due to the folklore associated with these stones. Early civilisations as far back as 1400 BC gave mysterious and magical powers to gemstones, believing that wearing the gemstone would give them luck or protect them. The Gemstones collection is a great way to introduce someone to the finely crafted ranges of Royal Doulton figurines. Each modern young lady features an appropriate Swarovski crystal on her chest. Each of the exquisitely modelled bone china figurines is expertly hand made and meticulously hand painted, true to the finest traditions of Royal Doulton's pedigree HN series of collectable figurines.