Every individual is born with a connection to certain special gemstones. Your birth date often corresponds to different birthstone guardian stones!
How do you select a birthstone based on your birth date? In 1912, the National Association of Jewelers in the United States established a standardized list of birthstones. Over time, this list has been updated to include some modern elements. You can use the following guide to choose the birthstone that suits you best!
- January: Garnet (Traditional), Ruby (Modern)
- February: Amethyst (Traditional), Citrine (Modern)
- March: Aquamarine (Traditional), Bloodstone (Modern)
- April: Diamond (Traditional), Sapphire (Modern)
- May: Emerald (Traditional), Jade (Modern)
- June: Pearl (Traditional), Alexandrite (Modern)
- July: Ruby (Traditional), Red Jasper (Modern)
- August: Peridot (Traditional), Spinel (Modern)
- September: Sapphire (Traditional), Blue Tourmaline (Modern)
- October: Opal (Traditional), Tourmaline (Modern)
- November: Topaz (Traditional), Citrine (Modern)
- December: Turquoise (Traditional), Tanzanite (Modern)
In addition to this, when selecting a birthstone, you can choose based on your personal color preferences, the shape and size of the gemstone, and whether it matches your personality and style. Research the characteristics of different gemstones, including hardness, color variations, and whether they require special care, to select a gemstone suitable for your lifestyle. Wishing you the best in finding the most satisfying stone!