All birthstones points to one thing - The colourful, personalised and the mystical side of gemstones.

A birthstone is a precious gem that marks your month of birth. Each one has a unique meaning rooted in ancient beliefs. 

Birthstones carry secrets, attributes and lore that are unique to people born in different months. There are countless myths and legends about the many different powers and attributes that birthstones possess. 

Let's explore birthstones for each month in the UK and know what each one symbolises. 

Birthstones by month:

Here’s a simple chart that shows different months and birthstones associated with it.

Month	Birthstones
January	Garnet
February	Amethyst
March	Aquamarine, Blue Topaz, Bedstone
April	Diamond, White topaz
May	Emerald, Chrysoprase
June	Pearl, Moonstones, Alexandrite
July	Ruby, Carnelian
August	Peridot, Green Amethyst
September	Sapphire, Lapis lazuli
October	Opal, Tourmaline
November	Topaz, Citrine
December	Turquoise, Tanzanite

Let’s dive in and explore what meaning these birthstones add to people born in all the 12 months.

January birthstone:

Garnet is a deep red gemstone associated with passion, strength, and courage. It is also said to bring good luck and protect its wearer from harm. In ancient times, garnets were believed to cure depression and promote healing.

February birthstone: 

Amethyst is a purple gemstone that has been associated with peace, tranquillity, and spiritual insight. It is also said to promote creativity, imagination, and intuition. In ancient times, amethysts were believed to prevent drunkenness and protect against nightmares.

Take a look into our range of amethyst rings here. 

March birthstones:

March has the most birthstones - three, which is the highest in the list. They are Aquamarine, Blue Topaz and Bloodstone.

Aquamarine:

Aquamarine is a blue-green gemstone that has been associated with courage, loyalty, and hope. It is also said to promote peace, tranquillity, and communication. In ancient times, aquamarines were believed to improve eyesight and protect against storms at sea.

Take a look into our range of aquamarine rings here.

Blue Topaz:

Blue topaz is a beautiful and versatile gemstone that has been prized for centuries. Blue topaz is known for its calming and peaceful energy, and it is said to promote creativity, self-expression, and happiness.

Blue topaz is associated with peace, tranquillity, and hope. It is also said to promote creativity, self-expression, and happiness. In some cultures, blue topaz is believed to bring good luck and prosperity.

Bloodstone:

Bloodstone is an opaque, deep green to red variety of chalcedony, It gets its name from the red inclusions of iron oxide that give it a "blood" like appearance.

Bloodstone is associated with courage, strength, and vitality. It is also said to promote peace and tranquillity.

Bloodstone is also used in some medicinal practices. It is said to be a good luck charm and is sometimes worn to protect against evil spirits.

April birthstones: 

Diamond:

Diamond is said to bring good luck and success. Diamonds are the hardest natural substance on Earth and one of the world's most popular gemstones.

White Topaz:

White Topaz is a beautiful and colourless gemstone that is said to promote peace, tranquillity, and purity. It is also said to promote creativity, imagination, and hope. In some cultures, white topaz is believed to bring good luck and prosperity.

May birthstones: 

Emerald:

Emerald is a beautiful gemstone that has been prized for centuries for its vibrant green colour. Emerald is a gemstone that has been associated with love, fertility, and hope. 

Emeralds are associated with several positive qualities, making them a great choice for anyone who wants to promote love, wisdom, and prosperity in their lives. 

Take a look into our emerald green rings here.

Chrysoprase :

Chrysoprase is a vibrant green variety of chalcedony. Chrysoprase is associated with prosperity, abundance, and new beginnings. It is also said to promote creativity, self-expression, and optimism. In some cultures, chrysoprase is believed to attract good luck and success.

June birthstones:

Pearl:

Pearl is a white gemstone associated with purity, innocence, and beauty. It is also said to bring good luck and protect its wearer from harm. Pearls are formed when oysters deposit layers of nacre around a foreign object.

Moonstones:

Moonstones are considered sacred; some believed the gem had mystical properties that could help with spiritual awareness.

Moonstone is believed to be a stone of destiny, mystery and change. It is strongly connected to the energy of the moon and the divine feminine. 

Alexandrite:

Alexandrite is a rare and beautiful gemstone that is known for its ability to change colour. Alexandrite is associated with balance, harmony, and creativity.

It is also said to promote good luck and prosperity. In some cultures, alexandrite is believed to attract love and passion. 

July Birthstones: 

Ruby:

Ruby is a red gemstone that has been associated with love, passion, and energy. It is also said to bring good luck, protect its wearer from harm, and promote courage and vitality.

In ancient times, rubies were believed to cure depression and promote heart health.

Take a look into our unusual ruby rings collection here.

Carnelian :

Carnelian is a gemstone that has been prized for centuries for its beauty and symbolism.

Carnelian is associated with energy, courage, and motivation. It is also said to promote creativity, self-expression, and success. In some cultures, carnelian is believed to bring good luck and prosperity.

August Birthstones: 

Peridot:

Peridot is a beautiful and intriguing green gemstone that is associated with happiness, prosperity, and peace.

Peridots are associated with hope, positivity, and new beginnings. It is also said to promote creativity, imagination, and optimism. In ancient times, peridots were believed to protect against nightmares and evil spirits. 

Green Amethyst:

Green Amethyst, also known as Prasiolite, is a beautiful gemstone that is not as well-known as its purple counterpart.

Green Amethyst is still a relatively rare gemstone, but it is becoming increasingly popular among jewellery collectors and enthusiasts.

Green Amethyst is said to be a good luck charm for attracting creativity and inspiration. Green Amethyst is sometimes worn to boost spiritual growth and connection with nature. Green Amethyst is a popular gemstone for healing jewellery and crystals.

September Gemstones:

Sapphire:

Sapphire is a blue gemstone that has been associated with wisdom, truth, and loyalty.

It is also said to bring good luck, protect its wearer from harm, and promote peace and tranquillity. In ancient times, sapphires were believed to cure eye problems and improve eyesight.

Sapphires is one of the 7 precious stones, if you want to look at the full list of 7 precious stones read this.

Lapis Lazuli:

Lapis lazuli is a deep blue metamorphic rock that is prized since antiquity for its intense colour. 

Lapis lazuli is also associated with wisdom, truth, and loyalty. It promotes peace, tranquillity, and good luck. In some cultures, lapis lazuli is believed to protect against evil spirits and negative energy. 

October Birthstones:

Opal:

Opal (the karmic stone)  is a white gemstone associated with hope, purity, and innocence.

It is also said to bring good luck, protect its wearer from harm, and promote creativity and imagination. Opals are formed when silica deposits fill cracks in rocks.

Tourmaline:

Tourmaline is a versatile and beautiful gemstone that has been prized for centuries for its wide range of colours and vibrant hues.

Tourmaline is associated with creativity, imagination, and self-expression. It is also said to promote peace, tranquillity, and good luck. In some cultures, tourmaline is believed to bring good fortune and prosperity.

November Birthstones: 

Topaz: 

Topaz is a yellow gemstone that has been associated with wealth, prosperity, and generosity.

It is also said to bring good luck, protect its wearer from harm, and promote intelligence and wisdom. In ancient times, topazes were believed to cure depression and promote relaxation.

Citrine: 

Citrine is a yellow gemstone that has been associated with happiness, creativity, and optimism. It is also said to bring good luck, protect its wearer from harm, and promote self-esteem and confidence.

In ancient times, citrines were believed to relieve anxiety and promote good health.

Dive deep into the meaning behind November birthstones here.

December Birthstones: 

Turquoise:

The Persian word for turquoise is 'ferozah' or 'firozah' which means victorious. Turquoise has been found in jewellery that dates back to the ancient Egyptians.

Turquoise gems are usually found in warm and dry climate countries such as Turkey, Iran, the United States and Central America. Turquoise is also a symbol of LUCK and SUCCESS and it is believed to relax the mind.

Tanzanite:  

Tanzanite is considered a rare and exclusive gemstone with limited deposits found in only one part of the world. It has been named after its country of origin, Tanzania.

Having one of these gemstones in your collection really is something special. According to the Tanzanian Maasai tribe’s lore, tanzanite is a spiritual stone that promotes compassion and calmness.

Final Thoughts:

Birthstones have been used for centuries to enhance manifestation abilities, healing powers and create an abundant lifestyle for the zodiac signs associated with it.

They are a popular way to commemorate a special occasion or celebrate a loved one's birthday.

Birthstones can also be seen as a way to connect with one's inner self and manifest desired qualities.

Whether you believe in the metaphysical properties of birthstones or not, they can be a beautiful and meaningful way to express your individuality.

Take a look into our beautiful gemstone necklaces to find all kinds of birthstone jewellery.