What Is Your Birthstone?

Birthstones are gemstones that accompany a birth month, each having a unique meaning and historical significance.

Gifts of gemstone jewelry with a loved one’s birthstone are very popular because of the desire to wear beautiful color as well as something which has personal significance.

There are numerous legends and myths about gemstone healing powers and their therapeutic influence. According to these legends, wearing a gemstone during its assigned month heightened its healing powers.

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January

Garnet

Garnet, the birthstone of January, is mined in a rainbow of colors. From the fiery orange of Mandarin Garnet to the rich green of Tsavorite Garnet and to the most widely recognized color of Pyrope Garnet, it is considered a great gift to symbolize friendship and trust.​

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February

Amethyst

Amethyst, the birthstone of February, is a variety of Quartz that carries a spectacular purple color that ranges from a blend of deep violet and red to a lighter lilac hue. Ancient Greeks believed that the stone protected the wearer from drunkenness and enabled them to keep a balanced mindset.

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March

Aquamarine

Aquamarine, the birthstone of March, has a rich color and has long been a symbol of youth, health and hope. Its mesmerizing color ranges from pale to deep blue and are reminiscent of the sea. A perfect birthstone for March, the Aquamarine creates a beautiful accent to spring and summer wardrobes.

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April

Diamond

Diamonds, the birthstone of April, are commonly associated with love which make it the perfect gift for a loved one. While white diamonds are most common, fancy colored diamonds can be found in various colors including yellow, blue, pink and a variety of others as well.

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May

Emerald

Tsavorite Garnet

Emerald, the birthstone of May, carries the rich green color of Spring and radiates a beautiful vivid tone. They are considered to be a symbol of rebirth and love. Emeralds are the rarest gemstones and are typically mined in Colombia, Brazil, Afghanistan and Zambia.

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Tsavorite garnet is also an alternative birthstone for May, due to its green color.

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June

Pearl

Alexandrite

Moonstone

June birthdays claim three birthstones; Pearl, Moonstone and Alexandrite. Pearls have been wildly popular in jewelry for centuries because of their natural beauty. Alexandrite gemstones are extremely rare and desirable since they change color based on the lighting. Moonstone is known for soothing insomnia and warding off nightmares which is what grants it its name as the protector of the subconscious.

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July

Ruby

Rubies, the birthstone of July, are considered the king of gems and represent love, health and wisdom. It is believed that wearing a fine red Ruby bestows good fortune on its owner. The Ruby is the most valuable gemstone and its value increases based on its color and quality.

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August

Peridot

Spinel

August is the latest month to claim two birthstones. Peridot, with its signature lime green color, is believed to instill power and influence in the wearer.

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Spinel is available in a brilliant range of colors and is believed to protect the owner from harm and soothe away sadness.

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September

Sapphire

Sapphire, the birthstone of September, is most desired in its pure, rich blue color but is present in almost every color including pink, yellow and green. In the Middle Ages the gem was believed to protect those close to you from harm and also represented loyalty and trust.

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October

Tourmaline

Opal

October has two birthstones; Tourmaline and Opal. Tourmaline is a favorite gemstone for many because it’s available in a rainbow of beautiful colors. Opal gemstones are truly unique because each individual gem is adorned with a one-of-a-kind color combination.

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November

Topaz

Citrine

November birthdays are associated with two gems. The warm color of Citrine is said to be a gift from the sun and it’s believed to be a healing gemstone. Topaz is most desired in its rich orange Imperial Topaz color but it is found in a variety of rich colors like blue, pink and yellow.

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December

Tanzanite

Zircon

Turquoise

December birthdays have claim to three gemstones. Each of these gemstones carries a unique blue tone making it a perfect birthstone for frigid December winters. Zircon can be found in a variety of colors, but blue is the overwhelming favorite.

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