Birthstones &

Crystals

What are the Birthstones?

Birthstones are gemstones that accompany
a birth month, each having a unique
meaning and historical significance. The
popularity of birthstones dates back to
ancient times when civilizations believed that
gemstones had incredible powers such as
luck, health and prosperity.
Here is the list of birthstones with their respective months
meaning, healing properties.

January Birthstone
Garnet
The garnet stone is said to bring
terrible luck upon its wearer unless it is
returned to its rightful owner. To the
trustworthy, honest, righteous and
hardworking, the stone is said to aid
their fortunes and bestow harmony
and peace in their lives.
Symbol: It is a symbol of love, faith and compassion, it

boosts relations and friendship.

February Birthstone
Amethyst
Amethyst gets its name from Ancient
Greek, derived from methustos or
intoxicated. The stone is believed to
protect its wearer from intoxication. The
Greeks and Romans wore amethyst on
their person and created drinking
vessels from the stone to prevent
inebriation and intoxication.
Symbol: It is symbolized by peace, sincerity and
royalty.

March Birthstone
Aquamarine
Aquamarines were considered sacred
to Neptune, Roman God of the Sea.
The association with the sea has
made this stone a sacred gem for
sailors, promising a prosperous and
safe voyage for all those at sea. The
stone was believed to have promised
a safe and prosperous voyage, as well
as provide sailors protection against
the perils and monsters of the sea.
Symbol: This gemstone symbolizes honesty,
faithfulness and beauty.

April Birthstone
Sapphire
Sapphire, birthstone, has been
popular since the Middle Ages and,
according to folklore, will protect your
loved ones from envy and harm.
Medieval clergy wore sapphires to
symbolize heaven, while commoners
thought the gem attracted heavenly
blessings.
Symbol: This gemstone symbolizes honesty, loyalty,
purity and trust.

mAY Birthstone
Emerald
Emerald, derived from the word
smaragdus, meaning green in Greek,
was mined in Egypt as early as 330
B.C. Today, most of the worlds
emeralds are mined in Colombia,
Brazil, Afghanistan, and Zambia. The
availability of high-quality emerald is
limited; consequently, treatments to
improve clarity are performed regularly.
Symbol: This birthstone is a symbol of rebirth, is
believed to grant the owner foresight, good fortune,
and youth.

jUNE Birthstone
Moonstone
Moonstone because have a glow like the
moon. This
stone
is
susceptible to pressure and impact.
Rainbow Moonstone called gem of the
goddess Diana. The ancient roman
believed that the moonstone is trickle of
moonlight. In Asia, moonstone considered
the jewel of luck. The Arab culture,
moonstone is a symbol of fertility.
Symbol: It Is symbolize of love, interpersonal
relationships, healing for women, bring pure energy
and protection, improve relationships.

JuLY Birthstone
Ruby
Ruby is a variety of the gems species
corundum. It is harder than any natural
gemstone except diamond, which means
a ruby is durable enough for everyday
wear. Fine-quality ruby is extremely rare,
and the color of the gem is most important
to its value. The most prized color is a
medium or medium dark vivid red or
slightly purplish red. If the gem is too light
or has too much purple or orange, it will
be called a fancy-color sapphire
Symbol: It symbolize health, wisdom, wealth and
success in love

August Birthstone
Peridot
Peridot is said to host magical powers
and healing properties to protect
against nightmares and to bring the
wearer power, influence, and a
wonderful year. It is brilliant stone
known for its cleansing powers.
Enhancing
growth,
purification,
relaxation and beauty, this stone is
linked to nature. It is mentioned as a
sacred chrysolite in holy bible and said
to protect from negative energies.
Symbol: Peridot symbolizes the tears of Pele,
the goddess of fire and volcanoes.

September Birthstone
Lapis Lazuli
Lapis Lazuli is a dark blue microcrystalline
rock that often sparkles with golden pyrite
inclusions.
This
stunning
gem
is
reminiscent of the stars in the midnight sky.
Lapis Lazuli was also thought to be a
strong medicine. The Romans believed this
gem to be a powerful aphrodisiac. In the
Middle Ages, it was thought to keep the
limbs healthy and free the soul from error,
envy and fear.
Symbol: It symbolize of loyalty, purity, honor

OCTOBER Birthstone
Opal
Opal is a precious stone of wisdom
and friendship. Opal is a formation of
non-crystalline silica gel that seeped
into crevices in the sedimentary strata.
Through time and nature's heating and
molding processes, the gel hardened
into the form of opals. The opal is
composed of particles closely packed
in spherical arrangements.
Symbol of hope, an energy amplifier, facilitating
change and process

NovemBER Birthstone
Citrine
Citrine, the birthstone for November is known
as the "healing quartz". This golden gemstone
is said to support vitality and health while
encouraging and guiding hope, energy and
warmth within the wearer. Citrine can be found
in a variety of shades ranging from pastel
yellow to dark brownish orange. It is one of the
most affordable of gemstones and plentiful in
nature.
Symbol: Citrine is a symbol of hope and strength
can be a very good gift option.

December Birthstone
Topaz
Topaz was once thought to strengthen the
mind, increase wisdom, and prevent mental
disorders. It was thought to guard against
sudden death. Powdered topaz added to
wine was used to prevent asthma and
insomnia. A cure for weak vision called for
immersing the stone in wine for three days
and nights, then rubbing the liquid on the
eyes.
Symbol: Topaz is a symbol of prudence and foresight,
friendship and love

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