Birthstones by Month

Discover the traditional birthstones for each month and find the gemstone associated with your birth month. Explore our natural birthstones, including garnet, amethyst, aquamarine, diamond, emerald, ruby, sapphire, and more.

MONTH BIRTHSTONE
January Garnet
February Amethyst
March Aquamarine, Bloodstone
April Diamond, Cubic Zirconia
May Emerald
June Alexandrite, Moonstone
July Ruby
August Peridot
September Sapphire
October Pink Toumaline, Green Toumaline, Opal
November Citrine, Topaz
December Blue Zircon, Tanzanite, Turquoise

 

What Are Birthstones?

Birthstones are gemstones traditionally associated with a person’s birth month. Each month has one or more birthstones, with different traditions and lists sometimes including additional gemstones. Explore the birthstone for your month and learn more about each gemstone’s unique color, history, and characteristics.

Birthstones by Month: Meanings & Colors

Each birthstone has its own color, history, and traditional symbolism. Use the guide below to learn more about the birthstone associated with each month.

January – Garnet

Color: Deep red
Meaning: Protection and commitment

February – Amethyst

Color: Purple
Meaning: Clarity and calm

March – Aquamarine

Color: Light blue
Meaning: Courage and tranquility

April – Diamond

Color: Colorless or white
Meaning: Strength and lasting love

May – Emerald

Color: Green
Meaning: Growth and renewal

June – Pearl

Color: White or cream
Meaning: Purity and wisdom

July – Ruby

Color: Red
Meaning: Passion and vitality

August – Peridot

Color: Light green
Meaning: Strength and good fortune

September – Sapphire

Color: Blue
Meaning: Wisdom and loyalty

October – Opal

Color: Multicolored
Meaning: Hope and creativity

November – Topaz

Color: Yellow to golden
Meaning: Strength and warmth

December – Turquoise

Color: Blue to blue-green
Meaning: Protection and good fortune