Birthstone Chart

January:

Garnet
The perfect birthstone for cold, dark January, garnet has long been associated with fire and light. The Bible mentions that Noah hung a garnet lantern to illuminate his ark. Garnet also appears frequently in myths as a protective stone for travelers and symbolizes love, making it a traditional gift for two-year and eighteen-year anniversaries.

February:

Amethyst
February’s birthstone, amethyst, has a long history. Amethyst appears in the myths of the ancient Greeks as a symbol of sobriety (the name itself means “not drunken”), stability and sincerity.

March:

Aquamarine
A great choice for March, the month that finally sees winter beginning to give way to spring, aquamarine is traditionally a symbol of calmness and serenity, with its pale blue color emblematic of warm, tropical seas. That quality has led to the traditional belief that aquamarine can help eradicate fear, purify the mind and assist in meditation.

April:

Diamond
Practically synonymous with beauty, elegance and luxury, the diamond has a long history as a symbol of endless love. Hardly surprising, when you consider that the diamond is the oldest gemstone in existence, ranging in age from 50 million to 2.5 billion years old, and that, as the hardest of all minerals, it is virtually unbreakable. The diamond has always been - and probably will always be - one of the most prized of all gemstones.

White Topaz
Believed for centuries to give its wearer both mental and physical strength, the white topaz, April’s gemstone, is better known as a brilliantly affordable alternative to diamonds. Some of the most famous so-called “diamonds” in the world — including the Portuguese crown’s 1,680-carat Braganza “Diamond” — have actually turned out, after more advanced scientific analysis, to be enormous white topaz!

May:

Emerald
Shining with all the rich, vivid green of spring, it's no wonder that the emerald was chosen for May's birthstone. Because of its association with spring, the emerald has come to be seen as a symbol for endless growth - a trait of lasting love that explains emerald's traditional role as a sign of fidelity and devotion.

June:

Pearl
The earliest known gem, the pearl - one of June's birthstones - begins its life as a tiny irritation within an oyster's shell and emerges as a beautifully iridescent sphere. In many traditions, the pearl is a common wedding gem due to its association with purity and innocence.

Smoky Quartz
Smoky quartz, another of June's birthstones, is an earth-toned variety of one of the world's most common minerals. Quartz possesses unique electrical properties, which may have led to the belief that it has the power to attract positive energy, repel negative and bring emotional balance.

July:

Ruby
The perfect gem for a hot, hot month, the ruby is July's birthstone. Ruby's deep crimson color has led to its traditional association with steamy romance, vitality and breathless passion. Even rarer than diamonds, the ruby can also represent a love that has endured the test of time, as the traditional gemstone for the 40th wedding anniversary.

August:

Peridot
Peridot, August's birthstone, has a long and varied past. Peridot was highly prized by the ancient Egyptians for its supposed magical powers. The Romans believed that when set in gold and worn on the right arm, peridot prevented bad dreams. And later, pirates wore peridot as protection from evil.

September:

Sapphire
September's birthstone, sapphire, has drawn admiration for thousands of years for its deep, sky-blue color. It makes sense, then, that when they looked up at the heavens, early peoples believed that the earth was surrounded by an enormous sphere of pure sapphire. This beautiful gem is also seen as a symbol of loyalty in love, making sapphire a traditional choice for engagement rings.

October:

Opal
The aborigines of Australia, the original inhabitants of the land where most opals are born, have a myth about October's stunning birthstone. According to legend, humans first discovered fire when a pelican pecked at the beautiful opals on the ground and broke one, causing a spark to fly out and ignite some dry grass nearby - just what you might imagine happening when you look at the fiery luster of this exotic gem.

Pink Sapphire
The pink sapphire, another of October's birthstones, has always been recognized as a great gift for a spouse, since it is said to prevent jealousy, heighten feelings of love and promote faithfulness in marriage.

November:

Citrine
Citrine, with its invigorating, lemon-yellow color and dazzling luminosity, has been beloved for thousands of years. Citrine has been said to promote creativity and clarity in thinking and to dispel evil thoughts and self-destructive habits, making it a great gift for any November birthday!

December:

Blue Topaz
No wonder that blue topaz, December’s birthstone, has been said to have the power to make dreams a reality: it’s vivid blue hue and brilliant clarity is already a dream come true! Blue topaz also has a reputation for helping to build confidence, make wise choices and promote peace after making a decision.