What is a Birthstone? Their significance and influence
Every zodiac has a birth stone associated with them. These stones are considered lucky and prosperous for the specific zodiac sign. While some look for these gemstones out of curiosity, others truly believe their choice of stone will impact their life. So, needless to say, many look for the gemstone as per their birth date to wear as wedding or engagement ring. If you want to have a unique engagement ring, nothing beats the beauty of birth stones. Read on to know which is your birth stone and what is its significance.
January- Garnet
Garnet is a blend of minerals which create variety of colours. However, the red garnet is most associated with January. It symbolizes trust and friendship and many believe they protect people while traveling.
February- Amethyst
Amethyst is popular associated with many things like royalty, serenity, courage and relationships. It can be any colour ranging from pale lavender to deeper violets. It is a very hard stone with no cleavage and suitable for daily wear.
March- Aquamarine/Bloodstone
Aquamarine is the modern birthstone for March-born and it signify youth, health, hope and love. The light blue stone is durable enough for daily wear. Earlier, bloodstone was associated with march birthdates. It is a green chalcedony with orange and red spots which was strongly associated with crucifixion in medieval age.
April- Diamond
April-born are the luckiest ones as their birthstone is the traditional stone for engagement and wedding rings. Diamonds are the first choice for women’s wedding rings even today. The stone signify love, marriage and courage.
May- Emerald
Emerald is another popular birthstone that is used a lot for engagement and wedding rings. it symbolises faithfulness, loyalty, fertility and health. Emerald is usually worn for good health and particularly recommended for those born in May.
June- Pearl/Alexandrite
Those born in June have two varieties to choose from. The pearl is the traditional birthstone for those who are born in June. The modern version is the Alexandrite. Both are mysterious and beautiful stones that you can choose for daily wear.
July- Ruby
Rubies symbolize love, passion, wealth and peace. Usually, the red rubies are associated with those born in July. It is a very hard stone and available in variety of reddish and pinkish colours. It is also said to protect against evil or harm.
August-Peridot
Peridot is a gemstone that is considered the modern birthstone for August. It symbolizes strength and often used as a ward against nightmare and evil. The stone is generally yellowish green but you will find few brown varieties too.
September-Sapphire
Blue sapphire specifically is considered the birth stone for September. It is considered a symbol of heaven and provides protection to the wearer.
October- Tourmaline/Opal
The modern birthstone for October is tourmaline. It signifies beauty and serenity. The traditional birthstone of October is opal which has variety of significance and should be worn with care. It can bring good as well as bad luck for the wearer.
November- Citrine/Topaz
Topaz is the traditional birth stone of November, especially golden topaz. It signifies wealth and health for the wearer. The modern-day birth stone for November is Citrine.
December-Lapis Lazuli
Lapis lazuli and even opaque turquoise is the birth stone for December. Even tanzanite, blue topaz are considered a good choice for those born in December.
Hatton garden jewellers can create a bespoke ring for you based on your birth stone. If you wish your ring to stand out, this is often a more affordable way to do that. So, get your birthstone engagement ring today and enjoy the big day of your life.
