A Guide To Birthstones By Month & Their Meanings

The likelihood is you are already familiar with your own birthstone - but do you know that properties and healing qualities associated with it? Along with making excellent birthday presents birthstone jewellery is actually said to bring good fortune and cleanse, purify and ignite the aura. The natural energy belonging to each birthstone is said to ease anxieties, promote good health and improve personal relationships. 

So what is your birthstone and what are the meanings behind it? We dug for the answers so you don't have to. Here's everything you need to know about our birthstone jewellery.

January Birthstone - Garnet | Passion

The highly sought after Garnet is the star of the month for January. The word Garnet is derived from "seed". It is said to strengthen the root chakra, and just like seeds it fosters new beginnings, energises one's emotional and phystcal state and helps you move forward. It's deep red colour symbolises a strong love or romantic connection and it is said to inject passion into one's relationships. 

February Birthstone - Amethyst | Peace

Amethyst, the "Queen of Crystals", is supposed to open your third eye to heighten intuition and cleanse the aura. It is known to help combat the highs and lows one faces in life to bring about inner peace.

March Birthstones - Aquamarine | Good Luck & Dalmatian Jasper | Joy

Those born in March are lucky to have two birthstones - Aquamarine and Dalmatian Jasper. Aquamarine, the "gem of the sea", has been used for centuries to protect sailors at sea and so will help you find a bit of good fortune when times get tough. Dalmatian jasper is an alternative birthstone for the month of March. Often termed the "stone of joy", dalmatian jasper has a playful nature that will assist you to overcome feelings of anger and hurt. 

April Birthstones - Herkimer Diamond | Spiritual Growth & White Calcite | Intuition

The MVP of the gemstone world, diamonds can help to centre and align the chakras. The diamonds name comes from the Greek word "adamas", which means invincible. This sparkling gemstone will give you the confidence to go after your dreams and overcome whatever is in your way. White calcite is an alternative birthstone for April. White calcite enables you to unlock your inner most dreams and desires, allowing you to see more clearly in both this realm and beyond.

May Birthstones - Emerald | Affection & Malachite | Protection

Emerald is a birthstone of both Geminis and Taureans. It is known to balance out Taurus' infamous stubbornness against Gemini's inquisitive and creative personality. It symbolises love and affection and, with ties to Mercury, is believed to give the wearer wisdom, happiness and hope. Malachite is an alternative birthstone for the month of May. Malachite is considered a protection stone, which historically has been used to ward off danger and fight illness. With its deep green colour, Malachite naturally represents new life, rebirth and energy.

June Birthstones - Pearl | Modesty & Moonstone | Self-discovery

Pearls bring a much needed injection of calm and stability to those Geminis and Cancerians born in June. Traditionally, these smooth and luminescent gems are symbolic of innocence, purity and modesty. Like pearls, Moonstones are calming stones that are great for meditation and channelling ones subconscious thoughts and ideas. Wearing moonstone in the bed is said to provide peaceful and healing dreams!

July Birthstone - Ruby | Beauty

The striking red Ruby gem is the birthstone of choice for July. If you are feeling a lull in motivation in ambition or passion then Ruby is the perfect pick me up! Full of desire, fervour and zest Ruby is a passionate gem that will spice up your romantic relationships. 

August Birthstone - Peridot | Prosperity

Often referred to as the "evening emerald" due to its light green colour, Peridot is the traditional birthstone for August. Legend has it that the green peridot crystals found in volcanic ashes were the tears of the volcano goddess, Pele. Just as a volcano burns through everything in its path, the peridot can help clear the mind away from  any negative energies such as jealously, insecurity or indecision. The peridot gems allows you to stand confidently in your choices, even when they go against the norm.

September Birthstone - Sapphire | Wisdom & Lapis Lazuli | Courage

Revered as the "wisdom stone" since ancient times, Sapphire assists us in connecting with our higher self. Virgos and Libras born in September should keep Sapphire close to stimulate the throat chakra and remove mental blockages. Lapis Lazuli is an alternative September birthstone and symbolises strength, courage and truth. 

October Birthstones - Opal | Hope & Rose Quartz | Unconditional Love

If you were born in October, the colourful opal is your birthstone. The word comes from the Latin "opalus", meaning "precious jewel". Supposed to bring hope and confidence to the wearer, opal helps one see the positive side even in the most difficult situations. Rose quartz is an alternative October birthstone and is known as the crystal of unconditional love. It purifies and opens the heart to restore trust and harmony in relationships.

November Birthstones - Citrine | New Beginnings & Labradorite | Balance

If you are looking to attract positive energy and new opportunities into your life then you may want to consider adding Citrine to your jewellery collection. It is an emotional support stone that will assist you in navigating difficult situations, both personal and professional, even when you may feel helpless. Labradorite is an alternative November birthstone that is known to balance the chakras and protect against the negativity of the world. 

December Birthstones - Turquoise | Strength & Tanzanite | Positivity

As the sun moves through the zodiac signs of impulsive Sagittarius and pragmatic Capricorn in December, the month longs for more grounding energy, which the stone turquoise brings. Turquoise, the captivating sea-green stone of the ancients, is believed to have a profound power to protect as well as a tranquil energy to give one the strength to stay calm even in the most stressful of situations. Tanzanite is an alternative birthstone for December. Tanzanite is associate with elevated energy vibrations that can be very useful in meditation to connect with a higher realm. It has the ability to stem worry by promoting positive thinking and offering creatives solutions when tough situations arise in life.