Birthstones by Month

Did you know that each month is associated with different birthstones?

The tradition of wearing birthstones can be traced back to ancient times, and each gemstone is said to hold its unique properties and is thought to bring good luck and protect the wearer from harm.

Birthstones are becoming increasingly popular, especially since they make such great gifts. They are also a great choice if you're looking for a way to add some extra magic to your year. So if you're curious about birthstones or looking for unique gift ideas, read on!

 

January Birthstones

Garnet

Garnet, the birthstone of January, is a powerful symbol of perseverance, strength, and commitment.  Known as the "commitment stone," it’s a meaningful symbol of love and honesty.

It’s believed to purify the body and to protect against evil, bad karma, and bad dreams while promoting emotional and physical healing. Once favoured by clergy and nobility, it comes in many colours, red being the most common, symbolising love.

Tsavorite( Green Garnet)

Tsavorite is a rare and vibrant green gem from the garnet family, prized for its striking colour and uniqueness. Perfect for those seeking something different, it stands out in any jewellery piece.

Known for its spiritual properties, tsavorite is believed to ease stress, anxiety, and fatigue, while supporting circulation and detoxification.

 

February Birthstones

Amethyst

Amethyst is known for strengthening the mind and offering support during emotional challenges. It’s believed to bring peace, aid restful sleep, and enhance meditation and goal-setting.

Once considered one of the cardinal gemstones, alongside sapphires, rubies, and emeralds. Amethyst was highly valued for its healing properties until the 1700s.

Tibetan Buddhist monks use amethyst prayer beads to calm the mind and aid focus during meditation. Historically, it has also been used in spiritual healing and diagnosis.

Hyacinth

Hyacinth comes in a wide range of colours, but is most often found in shades of pink and purple. The stone is often used to treat anxiety and stress. It is known to have a calming effect on the mind and body, which can help improve overall wellness. It can also help the wearer achieve inner peace and protect the wearer from negative energy.

 

March Birthstones

Aquamarine

The birthstone for March is aquamarine, named for its likeness to the colour of seawater. Derived from the Latin words aqua (meaning "water") and marina ("of the sea"), this gemstone is admired for its serene blue hue. Aquamarine is often associated with calmness and is believed to help ease stress and anxiety. It’s also thought to encourage clear communication and mutual understanding. Historically, it was considered a protective talisman, once believed to shield warriors in battle, safeguard sailors on the ocean, and even enhance the harmony of marriages.

Bloodstone

Bloodstone, believed to have originated in India, gets its name from the distinctive dark red specks found on some stones, resembling drops of blood. Historically, it has been used for centuries as both a protective talisman and a medicinal ingredient. In more recent times, bloodstone has become popular in jewellery and decorative objects. Often regarded as a symbol of good fortune, it is said to ward off negative energy. Many also believe it enhances mental clarity and boosts creativity.

 

April Birthstones

Diamond

The birthstone for April is the diamond, a symbol of strength, resilience, and eternal love. Revered since ancient times, diamonds have long been prized as precious gems, with their value only increasing over the centuries. The name "diamond" originates from the Greek word adamas, meaning "invincible" or "indestructible", a nod to its status as the hardest natural substance on Earth. What makes diamonds especially captivating is their remarkable ability to reflect light; when expertly cut and polished, they radiate a brilliance unmatched by any other gemstone.

Sapphire

Sapphire, another birthstone of April, is prized for its beauty, durability, and rich symbolism. While blue is the most well-known colour, sapphires also appear in pink, yellow, green, and more. Associated with wisdom, protection, and good fortune, sapphires are second only to diamonds in hardness, making them ideal for everyday jewellery. They're also believed to have healing properties - calming the mind, easing stress, improving sleep, and supporting physical health, such as circulation and skin clarity.

Quartz

Quartz is a natural crystal made of silicon dioxide, commonly found in the Earth's crust. Known for its hardness and resistance to stains and scratches, it comes in a wide range of colours. Quartz crystals have long been valued for their energy properties; many believe they can amplify energy and thoughts, making them powerful tools for healing and spiritual work.

May Birthstones

Emerald

Emerald, the birthstone for May, symbolises hope, renewal, and fertility. Once believed to ward off evil and reveal truths, emeralds were even thought to offer visions of the future when placed under the tongue. Their vivid green hue is not only striking but also said to soothe the eyes and promote calm. Today, emeralds remain a cherished choice in fine jewellery, valued for their beauty and mystical allure.

Chrysoprase

Chrysoprase is a green variety of quartz valued for its vibrant color since Ancient Egyptian times. This semi-precious stone is believed to ease anxiety, improve sleep, and heal emotional wounds. Often associated with creativity and fresh starts, it’s a popular choice for those beginning a new chapter in life.

Onyx

Onyx is a gemstone formed from chalcedony, most commonly seen in black. Known for its healing and protective properties, it’s believed to ease anxiety, stress, and fear while promoting emotional balance and positive thinking. Onyx is also thought to shield against negative energy, making it a popular choice for those seeking inner strength and stability.

 

June Birthstones

Alexandrite

Alexandrite, June’s birthstone, is believed to bring good luck and fortune. This rare gem changes colour, appearing green, red, or violet and is named after Alexander the Great, who was said to be born in June. Alexandrite is thought to possess magical powers, aiding in spells, opening the third eye chakra, enhancing psychic abilities, balancing energy, and healing emotional wounds.

Moonstone

Moonstone has been cherished for centuries for its mystical beauty and protective qualities. Valued by ancient Romans, Egyptians, and Greeks, it’s believed to bring good luck and guard against harm. Typically found in white, peach, or pink hues, moonstone is prized for its gentle shimmer. It’s known as a stone of protection, intuition, and emotional balance, especially helpful for women during menstruation or menopause, and is said to enhance psychic abilities.

Pearl

Pearls are unique gemstones formed inside molluscs like oysters, coming in various shapes and colours. Treasured for centuries, they’re commonly worn as jewellery but have also been used in cosmetics and medicine. Beyond symbolising wealth and status, pearls have a long history of both decorative and practical uses.

July Birthstones

Ruby

The ruby, July’s birthstone, symbolises love, passion, and power. Its deep red colour was once thought to give ancient warriors strength and invincibility. Today, rubies still represent courage and are a meaningful gift for those facing challenges. They’re also believed to bring good luck, prosperity, relieve stress, clear negative energy, and promote mental clarity and chakra balance.

Carnelian

Carnelian, a variety of agate colored by iron oxide, has long been valued for its protective and healing qualities. It’s believed to inspire happiness, courage, creativity, and self-discovery. Whether worn as a talisman or placed in your space, carnelian can help restore balance and calm during stressful times.

 

August Birthstones

Peridot

Peridot, the birthstone for August, is an olive-green gem believed to have formed in the hearts of stars. Prized since ancient Egyptian times, it’s been found in jewellery from tombs dating back thousands of years. Mostly sourced from Arizona today, Peridot is also found in China, Burma, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. Known for its healing properties, it’s said to help treat infections, detoxify the body, improve circulation, and benefit skin, hair, and nails. Peridot is also thought to promote peace, harmony, and relieve anxiety and stress.

 

Spinel

Spinel is the second-hardest mineral after diamonds, making it a prized gemstone often mistaken for ruby or sapphire due to its similar colours. It’s believed to help let go of ego and foster devotion, passion, and lasting love. Additionally, spinel is thought to support the health of gums, teeth, skin, and the spine, while aiding in weight loss and cancer recovery.

September Birthstones

Sapphire

Sapphire, the birthstone for September, is prized for its beauty, durability, and wide range of colours, most famously blue, but also pink, green, purple, yellow, and more. Known to bring wisdom, good fortune, and protection, sapphires rank second only to diamonds in hardness, making them ideal for jewellery. Beyond their elegance, sapphires are believed to relieve stress, ease anxiety, promote restful sleep, and support physical health by boosting the immune system, improving circulation, aiding digestion, and benefiting the skin by reducing inflammation and blemishes. Whether for relaxation or healing, sapphires are valued for their positive energy.

 

October Birthstones

Tourmaline

Tourmaline is believed to connect the heart’s emotions with the physical self, bringing joy to life and relationships. It’s said to cleanse and purify the body, mind, and spirit, promote emotional healing and balance, and protect against negative energies. Valued for its beauty and durability, tourmaline is resistant to scratches and heat, making it ideal for jewellery.

Opal

Opals are celebrated for their vibrant colours and are believed to bring good luck and protection. They’re said to enhance memory, imagination, and creativity, and are often chosen for engagement rings due to their romantic qualities. Opal healing is a gentle, mystical practice that promotes balance, spiritual connection, and access to hidden knowledge, supporting overall health and well-being.

November Birthstones

Topaz

Topaz, November’s birthstone, is believed to bring good health, wealth, and wisdom while protecting against negative energy. This beautiful and durable gemstone, rare in its natural form, is resistant to scratching, chipping, and heat.  Topaz is a meaningful gift for those born in November.

Citrine

Citrine can be found in shades of yellow, ranging from light lemon to deep gold. Regarding healing crystals, citrine is one of the most popular and versatile. This bright yellow stone is known for its sunny energy and ability to dispel negative thoughts and emotions. Citrine is also thought to be a powerful cleanser and energiser, promoting physical and emotional well-being. It also aids creativity, abundance, and happiness, while being a good luck charm and can help manifest goals into reality.

December Birthstones

Turquoise

Turquoise, December’s birthstone, is known for its calming energy and healing properties. It’s believed to promote communication, positivity, and protection from negative energy. Turquoise may also aid with anxiety, arthritis, immune support, and detoxification. Found in shades of blue, green, and occasionally purple or white, its unique colour makes it a popular choice for jewellery.

Zircon

Zircon, a gemstone often used in jewellery, is believed to enhance mental clarity, boost vitality, and encourage positive thinking. It’s said to help with anxiety and depression while promoting balance between the physical, emotional, and spiritual self. Often used in meditation, zircon is thought to ground energy, enhance intuition, and support psychic abilities. Many also believe it can help turn dreams into reality by offering clarity, guidance, and purpose.

Tanzanite

Tanzanite, a rare gemstone found only in Tanzania near Mount Kilimanjaro, is prized for its striking blue to purple hues. Beyond its beauty, it's believed to hold powerful spiritual and healing properties, restoring balance to the body, mind, and spirit. Tanzanite is said to clear negative energy, enhance intuition, support spiritual growth, and promote joy and well-being, making it a meaningful stone both in appearance and energy.