Birthstones are gemstones that are associated with each month of the year. Each one has a unique meaning and is said to represent people that are born within that month.

Want to know what your birthstone means and whether it corresponds with your personality? Well, read on to find out.

JanuaryGarnet

This gemstone has a number of positive attributes for its wearer. Which include inspiring imagination and safeguarding during travel and against getting stuck by lighting. This is in addition to symbolising friendship and trust.

FebruaryAmethyst

This gemstone is said to strengthen relationships and increase courage. Once upon a time, the gemstone was said to be an antidote for drunkenness and insomnia. This is most likely a direct result of the word amethyst deriving from the Greek word amethystos, meaning sober.

MarchAquamarine

According to ancient folklore, the wearer of the aquamarine gemstone is made youthful and fearless. Furthermore, it is meant to safeguard mariners from danger, incite hope, denote innocence and purity of spirit.

AprilDiamond

The diamond is meant to bring courage and because of its associations to everlasting love, it makes the perfect gift for a significant other. The courage links continue in Hindu mythology, where it was the weapon of Indra, who was the king of gods.

MayEmerald

The emerald was one of Cleopatra’s favourite gems and it’s not hard to see why. The vibrant green stone has long been associated with fertility, rebirth and love. Another attribute of this gemstone is that it is meant to preserve the marriage bond, strengthen one’s eyesight and safeguard the wearer whilst travelling.

JunePearl

Not strictly a stone but the pearl has been associated with jewellery for centuries. Naturally beautiful, timeless and a symbol of purity, success, happiness and love. Furthermore, the ancient Greeks linked pearls to the hardened tears of joy from Aphrodite, the goddess of love.

JulyRuby

The ruby used to be regarded as the “king of gems” by the ancient Hindus. It is meant to protect the wearer from evil, as well as signifying love, passion, energy and courage.

AugustPeridot

The peridot symbolises strength and is said to protect the wearer from nightmares and harm. It is also meant to make the wearer powerful and influential. Perhaps it is the birthstone of a president?

September Sapphire

This gorgeous blue-toned gem denotes innocence, loyalty, trust, joy, and devotion. It can also guard against evil and poisoning, as well as protect the eyes and heart.

OctoberOpal

This one-of-a-kind gem represents faithfulness and confidence. When worn in necklaces, the gemstone repels evil and protects eyesight. The word, opal, derives from the Latin – Opalus, which means “precious jewels”.

NovemberTopaz

This calming and balancing gemstone symbolises affection, balances emotions, releases tension and love. It also increases strength and intellect.

DecemberTurquoise

The oldest and most eccentric of the twelve birthstones, turquoise is regarded as a love charm. It incites good fortune and success, as well as warding away evil spirits.

Do you think birthstones are a true representation of people’s birthdays? Does your birthstone reflect your personality? Tweet us and let us know.

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