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Birthstones By Month

Birthstones By Month

Let us guide you on an exploration of the history and lore for each of the twelve primary birthstones, as well as some of the secondary stones, where you will abound in the mystical, the fantastic, and the beautiful! Discover more about your birthstone right here.

January Birthstone - Garnet

Meaning: friendship, loyalty, trust

This birthstone occurs in a wonderful variety of colors from deep fiery reds and oranges to rich greens and rare blues. It holds a deep connection to our hearts and blood flow.

January Birthstone Info

February Birthstone - Amethyst

Meaning: spiritual protection

The color purple has always been associated with royalty and the Amethyst is a very powerful, yet calming protective gemstone with strong healing properties.

February Birthstone Info

March Birthstone - Aquamarine

Meaning: calming and soothing

This birthstone is a traditional protective gemstone for travelers. The calming properties of this cool blue gem relieves stressful situations and is an ideal meditation stone.

Aquamarine Birthstone Info

April Birthstone - Diamond

Meaning: love and faithfulness

Nature's most prized gemstone, the diamond long been associated with love, commitment and relationships so it is not surprising that it has been used as the ultimate gift of love.

April Birthstone Info

May Birthstone - Emerald

Meaning: growth and fertility

Emeralds have long been associated with love and loyalty within the home. If you want to secure a happy marriage and a contented family, an emerald is for you.

May Birthstone Info

June Birthstone - Pearl and Moonstone

Meaning: Nurturing and purity - sacred femininity

Two birthstones to choose from, a pearl bringing nurturing medicines from the sea and the moonstone, full of feminine power and wisdom.

June Birthstone Info

July Birthstone - Ruby Onyx and Turquoise

Meaning: Invincibility - positivity

A stunning red ruby will give you the courage to face your fears while the beautifully banded onyx will help you stay on course to fulfill your dreams.

July Birthstone Info

August Birthstone - Peridot, Sardonyx and Spinel

Meaning: anti-depressant - stress reliever

From yellow to green, the peridot will keep you positive all day long. Mostly red to brown in color, the spinel will relieve stress and bring back the joy of life.

August Birthstone Info

September Birthstone - Sapphire

Meaning: protection from negative energy

A variety of corundum and a very hard gemstone, Sapphires are usually blue in color and will shield those born in September against negative thoughts.

September Birthstone Info

October Birthstone - Opal and Tourmaline

Meaning: Loyalty - healing

The iridescent opal is a symbol of hope, purity and truth and is regarded as the luckiest of gems. The colorful Tourmaline has a number of different powers depending on its hue.

October Birthstone Info

November Birthstone - Citrine and Topaz

Meaning: vitality and energy - love and affection

As its name suggests, Citrine is a yellow gemstone which strengthens your will power. According to some, Topaz will teach us about forgiveness and truth.

November Birthstone Info

December Birthstone - Turquoise Tanzanite and Zircon

Meaning: Prosperity and good luck - compassion and truth - prosperity and honor

The three December birthstones are usually found in cool blue tones associated with prosperity and good luck. Their soothing colors are evocative of calm seas and clear skies.

December Birthstone Info

Please see our visual guide of "Birthstones By Color" here

First Published: July-22-2019
Last Updated: November-04-2020

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