12 birthstones gemstones

In this article, we will be discussing the meaning of birthstone, its role in gemstone or jewelry and the most popular birthstones.

The idea of a birthstone comes from ancient times. It is believed that people used to wear stones on their body to ward off evil spirits. As time passed, they started wearing jewelry made of gemstones instead. In addition to this, they also started associating certain gemstones with certain months and seasons.

In today’s world, many people are still wearing jewelry with a birthstone as part of it. Birthstones are an important part of jewelry culture as they can enhance the beauty and charm of any piece.

JANUARY - GARNET    
Garnet gemstones are most commonly red but can be found in a range of other colors. It’s a beautiful gemstone to start the year with.

The word “garnet” comes from the 14th century Middle English word garnet, meaning “dark red.” The word is derived from Latin granatum, which means “seed,” and is called so because of the gemstone’s resemblance to the red seeds of the pomegranate.


FEBRUARY - AMETHYST
 


Amethyst is the February birthstone. It is a purple gemstone that comes in a variety of colors, including lilac, lavender, and light gray. The gemstone was discovered in the United States in 1878 and was named after Mount Amethyst, which is located in the Ural Mountains of Russia.

The amethyst has been used for centuries as a spiritual stone due to its calming qualities and its association with balance.

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MARCH - AQUAMARINE AND BLOODSTONE
 
 

For the lucky people with March birthdays, two birthstones are associated with this early spring month: Aquamarine and Bloodstone.

Both gemstones are very different from one another in appearance, yet they each make beautiful jewelry pieces. Learn more about each March birthstone by selecting one below.

Aquamarine and Bloodstone are one of the most popular gemstones in the world. They have a rich history and they have been used as jewelry items for centuries.


Aquamarine and Bloodstone are known to be helpful for mental health and emotional stability. They can help with stress, anxiety and depression. Aquamarine and Bloodstone are also associated with protection from evil spirits and dark forces.


APRIL - DIAMOND
 

For those fortunate to be born in April, their birthstone is the most prized gemstone of all.
Take a look below to learn about the diamond, a gorgeous birthstone.

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MAY - EMERALD

 

May birthdays fall right in the heart of spring, and the emerald is the perfect gem to symbolize and celebrate this month.

Prized for its brilliant and beautiful green color, the emerald is often favored by the rich and famous to wear as statement pieces for big events. But this beautiful gem is just at home in an unassuming pendant as it is in an ornate tiara. Learn more about the May birthstone below.

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JUNE - PEARL, ALEXANDRITE, AND MOONSTONE

June is one of only two months that has three birthstones associated with it: pearl, alexandrite, and moonstone.
June’s birthstones range from the opalescent pearl to the milky moonstone to the rare, color-changing alexandrite. With this spectrum of price points and color options, people with June birthdays can choose a beautiful gemstone to fit any mood or budget. Continue learning about these gemstones by selecting one below.

Pearls are the only gemstones made by living creatures. Mollusks produce pearls by depositing layers of calcium carbonate around microscopic irritants that get lodged in their shells, usually not a grain of sand, as commonly believed.

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JULY - RUBY

 

The ruby is the king of precious gems.
Ruby, the king of precious gems, is the birthstone for fortunate folks born in July. Whether you're showing your love for someone born in July, or celebrating a 15th or 40th wedding anniversary, there's no better gift than ruby gemstone jewelry.

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AUGUST - PERIDOT

  


Peridot is a stone that is typically green with a yellow-green hue. It has been found in many places throughout the world, including Brazil, Madagascar, and Australia. It was first discovered in 1878 in the United States.

Peridot is a stone that comes from olivine and pyroxene minerals. The color of the stone comes from chromium oxide.

August is one of three birth months represented by three different gemstones.

In 2016, August joined June and December as one of the three birth months represented by three different gemstones. The original birthstone for August was sardonyx, and then peridot was added, becoming August's primary gemstone. The addition of spinel, which can be found in a variety of colors, gives August babies a plethora of options! Learn more about August's diverse birthstones by exploring below.

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SEPTEMBER - SAPPHIRE

 

Sapphire is a gemstone that is typically blue.

Sapphire is an opaque gemstone, meaning that it does not show a color change when viewed from different angles. It is the second hardest material in the world and was once thought to be an indestructible gemstone.

The September birthstone has been associated with many different things throughout history, including: strength, determination, loyalty, love and justice. Sapphires make stunning gifts for anyone born in September or celebrating a 5th or 45th wedding anniversary.
You can't go wrong with this colorful gemstone, whether you're seeking classical blue or another shade of the sapphire rainbow.

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OCTOBER - OPAL

 

October is the month of the Opal gemstone. It is a birthstone for those born in October, and it is also considered an astrological stone. Opel Gemstone is a stone that was discovered in the Opel mine near Opel, Germany. It is a type of agate that has gem quality, meaning it can have beautiful colors and patterns in its composition. Opal crystals are beautiful stones that are associated with spiritual healing and protection. They have a calming effect on people and help them to focus on what they need to do.

Opals are found in many places around the world, including Australia, Brazil, Canada, India, Madagascar, Mexico, Namibia and South Africa.

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NOVEMBER - CITRINE

This gemstone is one of the most popular gemstones in the world. It is also known as the November stone because it is believed to bring good luck for those born in November.

The Citrine gemstone has a variety of colors, from yellow to orange to red and brown. The Citrine gemstone can be found in many places including Brazil, Afghanistan, India and Madagascar.

The Citrine gemstone was first discovered in ancient Roman times by a group of miners who were looking for the Chalcedony stone.

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DECEMBER - TANZANITE, ZIRCON, AND TURQUOISE

 

The winter blues have nothing on December’s birthstones: tanzanite, zircon, and turquoise.
All three of December’s birthstones are best known for their beautiful shades of blue. These gemstones range from the oldest on Earth to one of the first mined and used in jewelry, to one of the most recently discovered.

December’s birthstones are relatively inexpensive, but their beauty rivals even precious gemstones. Colorless zircon is a convincing replacement for diamond, tanzanite often substitutes sapphire, and turquoise is unmatched in its hue of robin’s egg blue.

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