A Guide To Birthstones And Their Meanings
Each birthstone represents the month you were born and they are commonly worn as jewelry and given as gifts.
The origin of birthstones dates back to the biblical times. They originated from the 12 gemstones worn on Aaron’s breastplate to represent the 12 tribes of Israel and the 12 months of the year.
JANUARY: GARNET
Garnet is a deep red stone that represents faith, love, and fidelity. It is said to protect the heart and increases energy levels.
FEBRUARY: AMETHYST
Amethyst is purple in color and means passion and hope. This gemstone is said to strengthen your relationship.
MARCH: AQUAMARINE
March’s birthstone is a pale blue and It represents good health, happiness, youth, creativity, and self-expression.
APRIL: DIAMOND OR CRYSTAL
Diamonds are a symbol of enduring love.
That is why is mostly used in engagement rings.
MAY: EMERALD
Emeralds are a beautiful shade of green, representing love, wealth, health, and fertility. Some people believe emeralds can heal illnesses.
JUNE: PEARLS OR ALEXANDRITE
Pearls represent purity and balance.
The alexandrite stone represents prosperity and intellect.
JULY: RUBY
Rubies are bright red and they represent strength, courage, and passionate love. People who look for emotional stability and harmony with others will wear this stone.
AUGUST: PERIDOT
Peridot is a light green stone and represents creative expression and wealth. It said to help decrease stress and keep you feeling calm and relaxed.
SEPTEMBER: SAPPHIRE
Sapphires are blue in color and are symbols of wealth, success, truth, and protection. They also represent elegance and they are used as an engagement gemstone alternative.
OCTOBER: OPAL OR TOURMALINE
Opals come in a variety of colors (like white, blue, and green). They represent confidence, hope, and purity.
Tourmaline is a blueish-green and it symbolizes compassion and sympathy.
NOVEMBER: TOPAZ OR CITRINE
Topaz can be yellow, brown, orange, or gray. It represents health and wellness.
Citrine is pale yellow and It symbolizes happiness, success and is said to attract money.
DECEMBER: BLUE TOPAZ OR TURQUOISE
Blue topaz represents loyalty and love.
Turquoise symbolizes peace, prosperity, and luck.
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