Birthstones bring color, symbolism, and a personal touch to your jewelry rotation. Use our month‑by‑month guide to learn each gem’s meaning, how to wear it, and a few standout piece ideas for gifting or collecting.
January – Garnet
Garnet, with its deep red hue, is a symbol of protection, strength, and vitality. This rich stone has been worn for centuries as a talisman of safety, especially during travel. Garnets are striking in both classic gold settings and more modern, minimalist jewelry, making them an excellent choice for personalized birthday gifts.
February – Amethyst
Amethyst is known for its calming purple tone and connection to clarity and peace. It’s long been associated with spiritual grounding and mental balance. This versatile stone works beautifully in rings, drop earrings, or layered necklaces, offering a bold yet elegant pop of color.
March – Aquamarine
Aquamarine brings soft blue tones reminiscent of ocean water, symbolizing tranquility, youth, and renewal. Its airy color makes it a subtle but meaningful birthstone that complements most skin tones. It’s often set in fine, understated birthstone jewelry perfect for everyday wear or gifting.
April – Diamond
Diamonds are known for their strength and clarity, making them a powerful symbol of endurance and love. While they’re often linked to engagements, diamonds as birthstones are just as meaningful, representing purity and resilience. For April birthdays, a delicate diamond pendant or stackable ring adds just the right amount of sparkle.
May – Emerald
Emerald’s vivid green color represents growth, renewal, and intuition. This gemstone has long been cherished for its rarity and luxurious tone. Whether styled in solitaire rings or layered pendants, emerald birthstone jewelry brings a timeless richness to any collection.
June – Pearl
Pearls are classic and refined, symbolizing wisdom and sincerity. Their soft iridescence gives them a subtle elegance, perfect for daily wear or special occasions. A pearl necklace or stud earring set makes a meaningful and enduring gift for anyone born in June.
July – Ruby
Ruby’s deep red glow has always been associated with passion, confidence, and protection. It’s one of the most vibrant and eye-catching birthstones. Jewelry featuring rubies makes a strong statement, whether set in a simple band or as a bold centerpiece.
August – Peridot
Peridot shines in bright green, bringing associations with energy, good fortune, and warmth. It’s one of the few gemstones that naturally occurs in just one color, making it instantly recognizable. Its unique hue adds a fresh, playful touch to birthstone jewelry, perfect for stacking or solo wear.
September – Sapphire
Sapphires are best known for their deep blue color, though they also come in a range of hues. Traditionally tied to loyalty and wisdom, sapphire jewelry is both regal and versatile. It’s a striking option for everyday rings, meaningful charms, or layered necklaces.
October – Opal
Opals are full of shifting color and light, symbolizing imagination and transformation. Their one-of-a-kind iridescence makes every stone feel personal and unique. Whether worn as a subtle charm or a bold centerpiece, opal jewelry is ideal for those who love creative, standout pieces.
November – Topaz & Citrine
November has two birthstones: golden topaz and warm-toned citrine. Both are tied to abundance, energy, and happiness, ideal sentiments for gifting. Their autumnal hues pair beautifully with gold and offer a vibrant accent to any birthstone jewelry look.
December – Turquoise & Zircon
Turquoise and zircon bring winter’s chill in two distinct ways. Turquoise, with its matte sky‑blue surface, feels earthy and grounding, while zircon, a natural gemstone often mistaken for cubic zirconia, delivers crisp, diamond‑like sparkle. Pair smooth turquoise cabochons with clean gold pendants or bead‑station bracelets, then use zircon charms or pavé accents to add frost‑bright light to layered necklaces. Our current favorites include Turquoise & Diamond Flora Earrings and our Blue Zircon Bezel Statement Ring.
How to Style Your Birthstone Jewelry
Birthstones add personal meaning to any jewelry collection, whether you wear your own or someone else’s as a tribute. Stack rings with different monthly stones, layer pendants, or choose standout earrings tied to a special date.
Find your birthstone jewelry in one of our gemstone jewelry collections.
