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JANUARY
Garnet, the January birthstone,
• Color: Deep red most common, but also orange, pink, purple, and rare green varieties
• Why it’s special: Garnet jewelry is a classic January gift, symbolizing loyalty,
protection, and enduring love.
FEBRUARY
Amethyst, the February birthstone,
• Color: Light lavender to deep royal purple, sometimes with reddish or bluish tones
• Why it’s special: Once reserved for royalty, amethyst is now an affordable February
birthstone, representing clarity, balance, and peace of mind.
MARCH
Aquamarine, the March birthstone,
• Color: Nearly colorless to pale sky blue to deeper greenish-blue
• Why it’s special: Aquamarine captures the calm of the sea, making it a perfect March gift symbolizing renewal, health, and vitality.
APRIL
Cubic Zirconia (Diamond Substitute)
• Color: Clear and brilliant, with diamond-like sparkle; also available in many shades
• Why it’s special: Cubic Zirconia (CZ) is a dazzling and affordable alternative to
diamonds, symbolizing purity, love, and resilience.
MAY
Emerald, the May birthstone,
• Color: Vivid green to bluish-green, often with natural inclusions (“jardin”)
• Why it’s special: Emerald’s lush hues mirror springtime, making it a luxurious May gift associated with growth, prosperity, and renewal.
JUNE
Pearl, Alexandrite & Moonstone
• Pearl: White, cream, pink, golden, silver, and black
• Classic elegance & purity
• Alexandrite: Green in daylight, red to purplish-red in incandescent light
• Balance & transformation
• Moonstone: Colorless to milky with a glowing blue or rainbow sheen
• Intuition & new beginnings
• Why it’s special: June offers three unique gems, each with timeless meaning and
versatile beauty.
JULY
Ruby, the July birthstone,
• Color: Vibrant red to pinkish-red, sometimes with purple or orange undertones
• Why it’s special: Known as the “king of gems,” ruby jewelry makes a bold July gift,
representing passion, love, and vitality.
AUGUST
Peridot, the August birthstone,
• Color: Fresh yellow-green to olive-green
• Why it’s special: Called the “gem of the sun,” Peridot brings harmony, well-being, and good fortune, making it the perfect August birthstone.
SEPTEMBER
Sapphire, the September birthstone,
• Color: Most famous in deep blue, but found in nearly every color except red
• Why it’s special: Sapphire jewelry is timeless, symbolizing wisdom, loyalty, and
nobility — a classic gift for September birthdays.
OCTOBER
– Opal & Tourmaline, the October birthstone,
• Opal: White, black, and crystal varieties with rainbow-like flashes
• Creativity & hope
• Tourmaline: Found in nearly every color, often bicolored
• Love & emotional balance
• Why it’s special: October birthstones are vibrant and expressive, perfect for creating meaningful and colorful jewelry gifts.
NOVEMBER
– Topaz & Citrine, the November birthstone,
• Topaz: Ranges from colorless to blue, pink, and golden “imperial” shades • Energy & confidence
• Citrine: Pale yellow to deep orange-brown • Positivity & abundance
• Why it’s special: Warm and uplifting, November’s gems bring joy and prosperity at an accessible price.
DECEMBER
– Turquoise, Tanzanite & Zircon, the December birthstone,
• Turquoise: Sky blue to greenish-blue, often with natural veining
• Protection & good fortune
• Tanzanite: Violet-blue, sometimes shifting between blue and purple
• Transformation & spiritual growth
• Zircon: Wide color range including blue, golden, red, and clear sparkle
• Grounding & clarity
• Why it’s special: December’s stones offer stunning blue tones and variety, making
them vibrant, versatile gifts.
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