Birthstones carry centuries of tradition and meaning. Understanding these gemstones helps you choose meaningful jewelry for yourself or loved ones.
January - Garnet
Deep red garnet symbolizes protection and is believed to keep travelers safe. While red is most common, garnets come in virtually every color except blue.
February - Amethyst
This purple quartz was once as valuable as diamonds. It represents wisdom, courage, and peace.
March - Aquamarine
Named for seawater, this blue-green beryl symbolizes youth, health, and hope. Sailors once carried it for protection.
April - Diamond
The king of gemstones represents eternal love, strength, and invincibility. Lucky April babies!
May - Emerald
Cleopatra's favorite gemstone symbolizes rebirth, love, and fertility. Fine emeralds can be more valuable than diamonds.
June - Pearl, Alexandrite, or Moonstone
June has three birthstones. Pearls represent purity, alexandrite symbolizes luck, and moonstone represents love.
July - Ruby
The "king of gems" symbolizes passion, protection, and prosperity. Fine rubies can exceed diamond prices.
August - Peridot, Spinel, or Sardonyx
Peridot's lime green represents strength, while spinel comes in many colors and sardonyx features bands of color.
September - Sapphire
While famous for blue, sapphires come in every color except red. They represent wisdom, virtue, and good fortune.
October - Opal or Tourmaline
Opal's play of color symbolizes hope and creativity, while tourmaline offers a rainbow of options.
November - Topaz or Citrine
Both offer warm yellow-orange tones. Topaz represents strength, citrine symbolizes healing and happiness.
December - Tanzanite, Zircon, or Turquoise
These blue gemstones represent prosperity, wisdom, and good fortune to close out the year.
