Birthstones have been used since at least the first century as a way to give good luck on ones birthday. Gemstones are associated with each month and each precious stone has designated qualities associated with it. Birthstones are also a fun way to share something about yourself. Our birthstone chart lets you choose from many stones to find the right stone for yourself or a loved one.
Birth stones have been used for centuries to celebrate ones birth. Since different traditions have associated different gemstones with each month, We have included several so you can choose the birthstone which works best for you. Know whichever birth stones you choose, your gift will be very much enjoyed. If you want a birthstone with the most significance choose one from the older traditions; otherwise, simply choose the gemstone you like most.
January's Birthstone
Modern Birthstone - Garnet
Traditional Birthstone - Garnet
February's Birthstone
Modern Birthstone - Amethyst
Traditional Birthstone - Amethyst
March's Birthstone
Modern Birthstone - Aquamarine (Similar stone is Blue Topaz Jewelry)
Traditional Birthstone - Bloodstone
April's Birthstone
Modern Birthstone - Diamond (see brilliant CZ Jewelry!)
Traditional Birthstone - Diamond (see brilliant CZ Jewelry!)
May's Birthstone
Modern Birthstone - Emerald
Similar colored stone in semi precious is Peridot
Traditional Birthstone - Emerald
June's Birthstone
Modern Birthstone -Pearl or Moonstone or Alexandrite
Traditional Birthstone - Alexandrite
July's Birthstone
Modern Birthstone - Ruby -- Similar Garnet
Traditional Birthstone - Ruby -- Similar Garnet
August's Birthstone
Modern Birthstone - Peridot, Jade
Traditional Birthstone - Sardonyx
September's Birthstone
Modern Birthstone - Sapphire
Similar colored stone in semi precious is Iolite
Traditional Birthstone - Sapphire
October's Birthstone
Modern Birthstone - Opal
Traditional Birthstone - Tourmaline
November's Birthstone
Modern Birthstone - Yellow Topaz (See Citrine or Smoky Topaz)
Traditional Birthstone - Citrine
December's Birthstone
Modern Birthstone - Blue Topaz or Turquoise or Lapis Lazuli
Traditional Birthstone - Zircon (a gemstone, not synthetic cubic zirconia)
source: http://beautifulsilverjewelry.com/birthstonelist.htm
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