Birthstone Guide

Discover the unique beauty and meaning behind each month's birthstone. From ancient traditions to modern symbolism, birthstones carry special significance for those born in each month.

Garnet
January

Garnet

Garnet symbolizes trust, friendship, and protection. This deep red gemstone has been treasured for thousands of years and is believed to bring peace and prosperity to its wearer.

Cool Fact
Garnets were used as bullets in 1892 by warriors who believed the stone's red color would inflict more harm.
Alternative Birthstones:
Rose Quartz
Amethyst
February

Amethyst

Amethyst represents wisdom, courage, and inner strength. This stunning purple quartz has been associated with royalty throughout history and is said to promote clarity of mind.

Cool Fact
Ancient Greeks believed amethyst could prevent intoxication and wore it as an amulet.
Alternative Birthstones:
Onyx, Jasper
Aquamarine
March

Aquamarine

Aquamarine embodies tranquility, clarity, and harmony. Named after seawater, this pale blue gemstone was believed by sailors to calm waves and keep them safe at sea.

Cool Fact
The largest aquamarine ever found weighed over 240 pounds and was discovered in Brazil in 1910.
Alternative Birthstones:
Bloodstone
Diamond
April

Diamond

Diamond symbolizes eternal love, strength, and invincibility. The hardest natural substance on Earth, diamonds have captivated humanity for centuries with their brilliant sparkle and durability.

Cool Fact
Diamonds are formed about 100 miles beneath the Earth's surface and are brought up by volcanic eruptions.
Alternative Birthstones:
White Sapphire, Moissanite, Clear Quartz
Emerald
May

Emerald

Emerald represents rebirth, love, and fertility. This lush green gemstone was Cleopatra's favorite and has been prized by royalty throughout history for its rich, vibrant color.

Cool Fact
Emeralds are rarer than diamonds and were mined in Egypt as early as 330 BC.
Alternative Birthstones:
Chrysoprase, Jade
Pearl
June

Pearl

Pearl symbolizes purity, innocence, and wisdom. Unlike other gemstones, pearls are organic and created by living creatures, making each one truly unique and precious.

Cool Fact
Natural pearls are so rare that only 1 in 10,000 wild oysters contains a pearl.
Alternative Birthstones:
Alexandrite, Moonstone
Ruby
July

Ruby

Ruby represents passion, protection, and prosperity. Known as the king of gemstones, this fiery red stone has been treasured by cultures worldwide for its intense color and rarity.

Cool Fact
Rubies and sapphires are the same mineral (corundum), just different colors. Ruby is the red variety.
Alternative Birthstones:
Carnelian, Red Spinel
Peridot
August

Peridot

Peridot symbolizes strength, growth, and renewal. This vibrant lime-green gemstone was believed by ancient Egyptians to be the gem of the sun, bringing light and warmth to its wearer.

Cool Fact
Peridot has been found in meteorites and is one of the few gemstones that occurs in only one color.
Alternative Birthstones:
Spinel, Sardonyx
Sapphire
September

Sapphire

Sapphire represents wisdom, loyalty, and nobility. While most famous in blue, sapphires come in every color except red and have been worn by royalty for centuries as symbols of power and strength.

Cool Fact
Princess Diana's engagement ring featured a 12-carat blue sapphire, now worn by Kate Middleton.
Alternative Birthstones:
Lapis Lazuli
Opal
October

Opal

Opal symbolizes hope, creativity, and inspiration. This mesmerizing gemstone displays a unique play of colors that shifts with light, making each opal truly one-of-a-kind.

Cool Fact
Opals contain up to 20% water and can display every color of the spectrum in a single stone.
Alternative Birthstones:
Tourmaline, Pink Tourmaline
Citrine
November

Citrine

Citrine represents joy, abundance, and positive energy. This warm golden gemstone is known as the merchant's stone and is believed to attract prosperity and success.

Cool Fact
Natural citrine is rare; most citrine on the market is heat-treated amethyst or smoky quartz.
Alternative Birthstones:
Topaz, Yellow Topaz
Turquoise
December

Turquoise

Turquoise symbolizes protection, healing, and good fortune. This distinctive blue-green stone has been treasured for over 5,000 years and is considered sacred in many cultures.

Cool Fact
Turquoise was used in King Tutankhamun's burial mask and has been mined since 6000 BC.
Alternative Birthstones:
Tanzanite, Blue Topaz, Zircon

Family Birthstone Jewelry

Create a meaningful heirloom by combining multiple birthstones into one beautiful piece of jewelry. Family birthstone jewelry celebrates the unique bonds between loved ones, with each stone representing a family member's birth month. Whether it's a mother's ring featuring her children's birthstones, a pendant with grandchildren's gems, or a bracelet commemorating multiple generations, these personalized pieces become treasured keepsakes passed down through families. The art of mixing birthstones allows for endless creative possibilities while honoring the special people in your life.