The birthstones are associated with each of the twelve months of the year. Each stone has particular properties and significance. Traditionally, wearing your birthstone (in chips, tumbled stone, bracelet, mojo,...) brings luck, protection, and a deeper connection to your birth month. What are these birthstones? The answer is below.
1. A brief history of birthstones
The earliest known reference to birthstones dates back to biblical times, specifically in the Book of Exodus. It mentions that Aaron's breastplate, the high priest of the Israelites, was adorned with twelve precious stones, each representing one of the twelve tribes of Israel. These stones were arranged in four rows of three stones, each having a specific meaning.
However, the association of gemstones with each month of the year is a more modern development, often attributed to European folk traditions and the influence of jewelers in the 18th and 19th centuries. It was during this period that birthstone lists were formalized, varying somewhat by region and culture.
In 1912, the Jewellers of America (association of American jewelers) established an official list of birthstones, which is still widely used today. This standardization helped popularize birthstones and their incorporation into contemporary jewelry.
2. Complete list of birthstones
Below is the list of birthstones for each month, along with their attributes.
| January | Garnet | Protection, regeneration | Brings courage, energy, and protection |
| February | Amethyst | Wisdom, sobriety | Promotes inner peace and mental clarity |
| March | Aquamarine | Serenity, clarity | Helps calm the mind and strengthen courage |
| April | Diamond | Purity, invincibility | Symbolizes eternal love and strengthens relationships |
| May | Emerald | Renewal, love | Encourages growth, patience, and loyalty |
| June | Pearl, Alexandrite, Moonstone | Purity, integrity | Promotes fidelity, integrity, and clarity of mind |
| July | Ruby | Vitality, passion | Stimulates passion, strength, and dynamism |
| August | Peridot, Spinel | Protection, growth | Attracts prosperity and protects against negative energies |
| September | Sapphire | Wisdom, nobility | Encourages wisdom, virtue, and prosperity |
| October | Opal, Tourmaline | Hope, purity | Stimulates creativity and protects against negative energies |
| November | Topaz, Citrine | Friendship, loyalty | Brings joy, generosity, and good health |
| December | Turquoise, Tanzanite, Blue Zircon | Luck, protection | Promotes communication and protects against negative energies |
You can treat yourself to your birthstone in our Minerals & Stones section and enjoy its unique aura on you!
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