What is my Birth Stone.
A birthstone is a gemstone traditionally associated with a specific month of the year and is often worn in jewelry by people born in that month. Birthstones are believed to bring luck, protection, and various other benefits to the wearer. The concept of birthstones has historical roots, with connections to the breastplate of Aaron described in the Bible, which contained twelve gemstones representing the tribes of Israel. Over time, these gemstones became associated with the zodiac and later were linked to the twelve months of the Gregorian calendar.
Here’s a list of the modern birthstones associated with each month:
January
- Garnet: Believed to keep the wearer safe during travel.
February
- Amethyst: Thought to strengthen relationships and give its wearer courage.
March
- Aquamarine: Said to calm waves and keep sailors safe at sea, also seen as symbolizing serenity.
April
- Diamond: Associated with strength, love, and eternity.
May
- Emerald: Often regarded as a symbol of rebirth and love.
June
- Pearl, Alexandrite: Pearls symbolize purity and innocence, while alexandrite represents balance between physical and spiritual worlds.
July
- Ruby: Believed to protect its wearer from evil.
August
- Peridot, Spinel: Peridot is said to host magical powers and healing properties; spinel is available in a variety of colors and is believed to protect the owner from harm.
September
- Sapphire: Symbolizes purity and wisdom.
October
- Opal, Tourmaline: Opal symbolizes faithfulness and confidence; tourmaline is available in many colors and is said to foster artistic expression.
November
- Topaz, Citrine: Topaz symbolizes love and affection; citrine is prized for its calming energies.
December
- Turquoise, Zircon, Tanzanite: Turquoise is one of the oldest protection amulets; zircon and tanzanite are also considered protective and symbolize success and prosperity.
Each of these gemstones carries its own unique beauty and historical significance. Many people enjoy choosing jewelry that features their birthstone as a personal, meaningful accessory.