Birthstones For Each Month

Birthstones For Each Month

A birthstone is a gemstone which is associated with a specific month. Each stone has its own colour, history, and symbolic meaning, making birthstone jewellery deeply personal. From classic to contemporary, these gemstones allow wearers to express their individuality while enjoying jewellery that holds emotional value. In UK Birthstone jewellery is particularly popular for gifting, as it blends beauty with meaning. A carefully chosen gemstone can represent love, protection, strength, or harmony, depending on the stone and its traditional symbolism.

Birthstones For Each Month

Birthstones For Each Month

A birthstone is a gemstone which is associated with a specific month. Each stone has its own colour, history, and symbolic meaning, making birthstone jewellery deeply personal. From classic to contemporary, these gemstones allow wearers to express their individuality while enjoying jewellery that holds emotional value. In UK Birthstone jewellery is particularly popular for gifting, as it blends beauty with meaning. A carefully chosen gemstone can represent love, protection, strength, or harmony, depending on the stone and its traditional symbolism.

Birthstones by Month

Each month is represented gemstones, each and every stone is admired for its colour and character.

  • January – Garnet: A deep red gemstone symbolising protection, strength, and commitment.
  • February – Amethyst: A rich purple stone associated with clarity, calmness, and balance.
  • March – Aquamarine: A soft blue gemstone representing peace, courage, and communication.
  • April – Diamond: A timeless symbol of love, purity, and durability.
  • May – Emerald: A vibrant green stone linked to renewal, growth, and harmony.
  • June – Pearl or Alexandrite: Pearls symbolise elegance, while alexandrite represents balance and transformation.
  • July – Ruby: A bold red gemstone associated with passion, vitality, and confidence.
  • August – Peridot: A bright green stone believed to bring positivity and protection.
  • September – Sapphire: Traditionally connected to wisdom, loyalty, and trust.
  • October – Opal or Tourmaline: Stones representing creativity, love, and individuality.
  • November – Topaz or Citrine: Warm-toned gemstones symbolising joy, success, and clarity.
  • December – Turquoise or Tanzanite: Gemstones associated with calmness, insight, and goodwill.

Birthstone Chart

MONTH MODERN TRADITIONAL MYSTICAL AYURVEDIC OTHER
January Garnet Garnet Emerald Garnet Rose Quartz
February Amethyst Amethyst Bloodstone Amethyst Onyx,Moonstone
March Aquamarine Bloodstone Jade Bloodstone Rock,Crystal
April Diamond Diamond Opal Diamond Quartz (Rock Crystal),White Sapphire
May Emerald Emerald Sapphire Agate Chrysoprase,Emerald andSapphire
June Alexandrite Pearl Moonstone Pearl
July Ruby Ruby Ruby Ruby Carnelian
August Peridot Sardony Diamond Sapphire Jade
September Sapphire Sapphire Agate Moonstone Lapis Lazuli,Diamond,Chrysolite
October Opal,Tourmaline Tourmaline Jasper Opal Pink Tourmaline,Zircon,Aquamarine
November Yellow Topaz,Citrine Citrine Pearl Topaz Diamond
December Topaz,Tanzanite Turquoise Zircon,Turquoise Black Onyx Ruby
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