BIRTHSTONES JEWELRY

Birthstones by Month

Birthstones are precious stones, associated with different months of the year. Each gemstone is said to have its own unique qualities, although many people simply choose to wear birthstone jewelry as it looks so pretty and sparkly. Ready to discover the 12 modern birthstones and get a brief description of each gem? Keep scrolling; remember, this list is not definitive and some birth dates have multiple birthstones, so you can pick your favorite!

• January: Garnet is the birthstone for January. This deep red jewel is said to signify trust and friendship.

• February: The birthstone for February is Amethyst. It comes in a wide variety of colors and is traditionally believed to strengthen courage and relationships.

• March: Aquamarine is the birthstone for babies born in March. In the past, this pale blue stone was said to have healing powers.

• April: April’s birthstone is a Diamond, which is the best-known (and most valuable) stone on this list. It’s no surprise that diamonds represent love and loyalty.

• May: Emerald is a precious stone associated with the month of May. The gem symbolizes health, rebirth and faithfulness.

• June: Pearls are the traditional birthstone for June, and are said to be the ultimate symbol of wisdom.

• July: The birthstone for July is Ruby. Rubies are classified as a precious stone, and are commonly associated with love, passion and wealth.

• August: Peridot is a yellow or green gemstone linked with the month of August. This birthstone is a symbol of strength.

• September: Sapphire is the birthstone for September. It comes in many shades but blue sapphires tend to be the most popular variety. This precious stone has a deep history and is most commonly associated with protection, wisdom and faith.

• October: Tourmaline is the modern birthstone for October, superseding the traditional opal. Tourmaline comes in many colors, and represents compassion and gentleness.

• November: The birthstone for November is Citrine. The bright yellow-orange gemstone is known as a symbol of happiness.

• December: Topaz is one of the designated birthstones for December (turquoise is another option). The icy blue gem is known as the stone of clarity.