Exploring the meaning and benefits of birthstone gems by month

The popularity of gemstone jewellery is not a recent phenomenon. The reverse is true as even centuries ago, gemstones were considered to be very powerful and hold mystical properties. Birthstone gems are believed to bring numerous benefits to the person wearing them and since each month has its respective birthstone, the ones you choose to wear should be determined by the month you were born in. That being said, let’s explore the meanings and benefits of birthstone gems by month.

(Colours used are not truly reflected of the many beautiful birthstone gems available0

December

Turquoise is the birthstone associated with the month of December. People born in this month are usually known to be wise and are often referred to as “old souls”. Turquoise is believed to promote friendship and help make other personal relationships stronger.

November

The birthstone gem associated with people born in November is beautiful Citrine. This beautiful yellow birthstone promotes joy and good vibes. Browse the internet and learn about birthstone November and its various other benefits.

October

Tourmaline is the right choice of gemstone for people born in October. the colours vary according to whether the gems are iron-rich (black, bluish-black, dark brown;) magnesium-rich (brown to yellow;) or lithium-rich (almost any colour!)

This beautiful and colourful gemstone promotes healing and positivity. On top of that, its unique look makes it really stand out among all the other gemstones.

September

For people born in September, Sapphire is the right birthstone gem. This stunning blue gemstone not only looks beautiful, but it also promotes truth and trust. That is probably why it is often said that people born in September have quite a strong intuition.

August

Peridot, a colourful green gemstone, is the perfect choice for anyone born in August. As the time of the year itself, Peridot is closely connected to beauty – both exterior and interior.

July

Fiery as the month itself, Ruby is a gorgeous red gemstone – quite unique in colour – that anyone born in July should adorn themselves with. Vibrancy and vitality are commonly associated with this stone, which makes it the perfect gift for anyone born in the month of July.

June

People born in June actually get to choose which gemstone they prefer more. Pearl and Alexandrite, both related to the month of June, promote love and happiness. The ancient Greeks actually believed that pearls were solidified tears of joy of the goddess Aphrodite (the goddess of love) which is why pearls are commonly associated with purity.

May

Beautiful and green like the month itself, Emerald is the birthstone of people born in May. Emerald is believed to promote hope and the green colour of this amazing stone symbolizes regrowth. People born in this month are believed to be extremely compassionate which makes Emerald the perfect choice for them.

April

People born in April can also choose which birthstone gem is more suited for them. Quartz and Diamond are both gemstones associated with the month of April. As one of the most expensive gemstones out there, Diamond is believed to bring courage and is also the symbol of everlasting love.

March

Aquamarine is a gemstone tied to the month of March and is believed to promote harmony and serenity. This gemstone is also believed to have amazing healing properties, so it is commonly used – by everyone, not just people born in March – as a water infusion.

February

Amethyst – a gorgeous purple gemstone – is a birthstone gem that promotes courage and strengthens relationships. Fun fact is that, in the olden days, only royalty was allowed to wear this gem.

January

Garnet is believed to bring peace and protection to anyone wearing it. The name of this stunning gem originates from the Latin word “granatus” which means seed-like, probably due to the fact that this gemstone and its stunning colour resembles a pomegranate seed.

As you can see, the meaning and benefits of birthstone gems by month are quite intriguing. Perhaps next time you purchase jewellery for a loved one you can give your present a different focus?