Birthstones
Did you know that, every month of the year is represented by a beautiful birthstone, each with its own unique meaning to decorate your bespoke jewelry...?
Birthstone jewelry dates back thousands of years and was tied to the strong beliefs that different gems provide different protections to the wearer. The modern birthstone list was formulated by the organization called “The Jewelers of America” in 1912, but Birthstones date all the way back to the Bible.
They were used to release mental, spiritual, and physical blockages and bring good luck to the wearer. Your birthstones are connected to you because they are represented by your birth month and are therefore they are aligned to your energies. Many gem therapists believe that when you place these crystals on your body, they enhance your energy level and make you align to the environment by inducing the perfect wavelength to you. You become connected to the earth's energy, you'll feel more relaxed and powerful, and they also act as a good luck charm or protection.
Intimately linked to our personal stories, birthstones offer a great opportunity to eternalize our most unforgettable moments in life, and to associate a memory or a person to the symbolism of this precious talisman. Custom birthstone jewelry can be used for wedding anniversary, mother’s day gift, birth gift or any other celebration, as these gemstones represents something very personal to us by carrying our history.
Can't wait to find out which birthstone is right for you, or which stone would match your child or beloved ones? Follow our guide below :)
January's birthstone, the Garnet
As the Birthstone for January, the Garnet is said to bring love, luck, health, loyalty and friendship to people who are born this month. It is also considered a lucky stone for business relationships, as it gives you energy, helps to boost self-confidence and will power. In Middle Ages garnets were believed to protect against demons, poisons and injury, which made them particularly popular amongst warriors and royalty.
Their deep red color makes them a perfect Valentine’s gift, wearing one is a promise that you will unconditionally love your partner.
February's birthstone, the Amethyst
Birthstone for February, the Amethyst is a symbol of protection, courage and reputedly has the power to overcome difficulties. It helps encouraging self control, assists mental and emotional well-being and inspires creativity. It is said to help in clearing your thoughts and gaining wisdom.
Offering an amethyst engagement ring means you will protect your partner through all the difficulties.
March’s birthstone, the Blue aquamarine
March’s birthstone, the Blue aquamarine is associated with good health, youth, love and hope. In addition, aquamarine’s soothing blue color is believed to release negative energy from the wearer, and create mental clarity.
Wearing this gem in your ring is thought to preserve love and increase endless happiness. Its blue color is a symbol of loyalty.
April’s birthstone, the Diamond
April’s birthstone, the Diamond is a symbol of everlasting love, purity, innocence and strength. In ancient times, diamonds were believed to be tears of the Gods. They are thought to bring courage and to increase inner strength. Symbol of perfection, wearing diamonds is also purported to bring balance, clarity and abundance.
As it is also the hardest and most resistant gemstone, it remains the favorite choice for engagement rings.
May’s birthstone, the Emerald
May’s birthstone, the Emerald is thought to preserve love and passion in relationships, and is also seen as a symbol of hope, success and happiness. Favorite stone of Cleopatra, this stone has been dedicated to Venus, the goddess of eternal love and beauty.
Today, as one of the most auspicious gemstones for a wedding ring, emerald symbolizes a happy and successful marriage.
June’s birthstone, the Pearl
June’s birthstone, the Pearl symbolizes wisdom and is also believed to bring love, wealth, happiness and luck to the wearer. It is believed that people who wear pearls can succeed in creative work.
Pearls are very popular gemstones for wedding day jewelry, as they symbolize purity, innocence, elegance and are deeply linked with a successful married life.
July’s birthstone, the Ruby
Because of its red color, July’s birthstone, the Ruby has been longtime associated with love, romance and passion. As if this wasn’t enough reason to covet the stone, rubies are also seen as a talisman against ill health and bad fortune. Their beauty speaks of strength and nobility of character. Traditionally, the ruby has been regarded by ancient Hindus as the “king of gems.”
A symbol of love, dedicated to strong personalities, Ruby is an ideal gift for an engagement ring or a wedding anniversary.
August’s birthstone, the Peridot
August’s birthstone, the Peridot symbolizes strength and courage, as is known for being formed under extreme conditions, like in the hardened lava or in meteorites from outer space. It is believed to have protective powers and to help its wearer overcome depression, anger, jealousy and anxiety. Many people wear peridot as it is thought to to attract wealth, growth and strength.
Peridot offers incredible sparkle and radiance making it a great gift and addition to any jewelry collection.
September’s birthstone, the Sapphire
September’s birthstone, the Sapphire signifies faithfulness and promise. Traditionally a favorite stone of priests and kings, the sapphire symbolizes purity, wisdom and believed to help with communication and inspiration. In the ancient and medieval worlds they were also believed to have properties of protection, bringing spiritual insight, and good fortune.
Often used as engagement ring, a sapphire means that you'll always be honest and loyal to each other.
October's birthstone, the Tourmaline
The Tourmaline, birthstone of October, is the symbol of love, peace and joy. They are transforming negative energy into positive, and are extraordinary for cleansing the emotional body of destructive feelings. It releases guilt, worry, depression and anxieties, and guides those emotions into self-love.
Pink is the color of love and romance, a Tourmaline ring carries the virtue of unconditional friendship and love.
November’s birthstone, the Citrine
November’s birthstone, the Citrine is associated with wealth and abundance, which is why it is often called “Success Stone.” If your intention involves achieving success in business ventures, this is one of the best stones for boosting your projects.
It is also linked with joy and optimism, giving you the motivation you need to accomplish your goals and to pour your entire heart and soul into your marriage. Its durability makes it great for an engagement ring too.
December’s birthstone, the Tanzanite
December’s birthstone, the Tanzanite is one of the rarest gemstone, naturally found only in 5 square miles on the planet, which makes it rarer than diamonds. With its deep and saturated color, which ranges from a pure rich blue to violet, they bring you luck, wisdom and spiritual mastery. It is considered to bring together the heart and mind with a high amount of energy.
Perfect to celebrate an important event, worn as jewelry this stone called "stone of magic" will fill your life with strength and harmony.