The significance behind your birthstone

The concept of birthstones is an age-old tradition that continues to be popular across the world today. Birthstones are precious or semiprecious stones that are associated with every month of the year and are considered as means to invite good energy and positivity into life. They are commonly worn as jewelry such as rings, bracelets, or pendants. Here is a list of traditional birthstones for every month of the year. Discover your birthstone and its symbolic meaning. Don’t forget to make a note of your loved ones’ birthstones as well – because birthstone jewelry is always a welcome gift.

JANUARY BIRTHSTONE - GARNET

People born in January are lucky and blessed to have the beautiful garnet as their birthstone. They are not only found in the color of love, red but also symbolize the euphoria of love, friendship, life, and inner fire. Garnet is also a rich healing stone that balances energy, exhibits passion, and boosts self-esteem and confidence. It helps one let go of emotional baggage and achieve stability of mind, soul, and body. Garnets can be found in South Africa, Sri Lanka, China, Madagascar, India, Brazil, and the USA.

FEBRUARY BIRTHSTONE - AMETHYST

Amethyst, popularly called “the all-purpose stone” comes in beautiful dark violet color and is powerful in bringing good vibes and luck into the life of those born in February. It has protective qualities and can provide relief from headaches, fatigue, anxiety, and depression. It also improves skin, aids cell regeneration, and supports joints and bones. It alleviates financial pain and increases opportunities to inherit wealth. Amethyst focuses on the seventh chakra, also purple in color and known as the crown chakra. Amethysts can be found in Brazil, Uruguay, South Korea, Russia, the United States, and South India. 

MARCH BIRTHSTONE - AQUAMARINE

Aquamarine comes from the Latin word ‘marinis’, meaning seawater. It was popular amongst sailors as it calmed waves on voyages and kept the sailors safe from danger. Aquamarine comes in gorgeous shades of pale blue to light green. Supplementing its exterior, it also has cooling and calming qualities. It is known to dispel rage and provide holistic healing. The wearers can instantly feel a sense of tranquility. It represents serenity, transformation, rebirth, and youthful vitality. Aquamarine can be found in Nigeria, Madagascar, Zambia, Pakistan, and Mozambique.  

APRIL BIRTHSTONE - DIAMOND

Diamond is a spiritual stone representing perfection. Those born in April, upon wearing a diamond, can be shielded from negative energies and fear. It helps the wearer develop a positive and emotionally balanced perception of life. Diamonds symbolize love, health, and strength. They also represent a longer and healthier life. The illumination and reflection of this precious stone cultivate imagination and brilliance in the wearer. Diamonds are found in over 30 countries but their leading producers are Russia, Botswana, Canada, South Africa, and Namibia. 

MAY BIRTHSTONE - EMERALD

Emerald is said to be the gemstone of the goddess Venus, purveyor of hope and love in Roman mythology. It was also considered to be a present from Thoth, the ancient god of wisdom. The vibrant green color of this stone represents vitality and new beginnings. It stimulates the heart chakra and is also known as ‘the stone of successful love’. Wearing the emerald stone enhances the reasoning and intellectual abilities of those born in May. Emeralds are mined in Brazil, Columbia, and Zambia. 

JUNE BIRTHSTONE - PEARL

This lustrous stone represents purity, peace, and loyalty. In Greek mythology, pearls were thought to be the tears of joy of Aphrodite, the goddess of love. Pearls are said to bring love, light, and good fortune. They are symbolic of wisdom acquired through experience and inspire introspection. Pearls are also associated with sacral, solar plexus, and crown chakras – this association helps in the restoration of the natural rhythm of the body. Pearls primarily come from China but are also found in Japan, French Polynesia, and Australia. 

JULY BIRTHSTONE - RUBY

Ruby is an auspicious gemstone that is found in a royal blood-red color and is synonymous with vitality, energy, and sensuality. Rubies enhance love, passion, and positivity. They impart mental strength and good health to the wearer. In the past, rubies were used to anticipate misfortune and offer protection. They also represent wealth, courage, and prosperity. Rubies are mined in Burma, Afghanistan, Australia, Cambodia, India, Madagascar, Malawi, Mozambique, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Thailand, the United States, and Vietnam.

AUGUST BIRTHSTONE - PERIDOT

This attractive green stone is said to bring peace, harmony, good sleep, and health. It also aids in the balance of emotions and mind. Peridot reflects good vibes and symbolizes abundance. It gives a very warm and calm feeling to the wearer and makes one feel protected against negativity. It is also considered to encourage open-heartedness and get rid of anger and jealousy. The most beautiful peridots come from the bordering region between Pakistan and Afghanistan, but are also found in Myanmar, China, the United States, Africa, and recently have also been discovered in Vietnam. 

SEPTEMBER BIRTHSTONE - SAPPHIRE

Sapphire is an extremely powerful stone that is believed to alleviate stress and promote well-being. This gemstone is associated with abundance and wisdom. Connected to the heavens, sapphires represent divine favor and invite spiritual clarity and intuition. Sapphires bless the wearer with good luck, high energy levels, strength, and protection. Sapphire deposits can be found in Australia, Afghanistan, Cambodia, Cameroon, China, Colombia, Ethiopia, India, Kenya, Laos, Madagascar, Malawi, Mozambique, Myanmar, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Thailand, United States, and Vietnam.

OCTOBER BIRTHSTONE - TOURMALINE

Tourmaline has its origin in the Sinhalese word ‘turamali’, which means “stone of mixed color”. It creates a shield around the wearer to keep negative vibes and energy away from their lives. It diminishes fear and attracts inspiration and joy. It also helps achieve a favorable balance in the body and all of the chakras. It is associated with purification and cleansing of the body. Tourmaline is excellent for stimulating the heart chakra. Tourmaline can be found in Brazil and many parts of Africa, including Tanzania, Nigeria, Kenya, Madagascar, Mozambique, Malawi, and Namibia.

NOVEMBER BIRTHSTONE - TOPAZ

Topaz is an affordable, cooling blue precious stone that is a symbol of honor and strength. The wearers can benefit from its soothing, healing, and energy recharging abilities. It relaxes the body and calms the chaos inside the soul. It helps the wearers tune themselves with their higher selves. It also eradicates negativity and despair, bringing in joy and lots of zeal. Topaz is commonly found in golden yellow or blue but it also occurs colorless. Deposits can be found in Brazil, the United States, Madagascar, Myanmar, Namibia, Zimbabwe Mexico, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Russia, and China.

DECEMBER BIRTHSTONE - TURQUOISE

Turquoise is an alluring opaque blue-green birthstone. It is synonymous with hope, tranquility, wisdom, and good fortune. Turquoise is considered to be a holy stone with protective properties. It radiates positive and peaceful energy, making the wearer feel calm and grounded. It is also known for its connection with enduring love. It focuses on the 5th chakra, communication, and has the quality of making its wearer innovative, charming, and affable. Rich deposits of turquoise are mined primarily in the southwestern states of Arizona and Nevada in the United States.