The Birthstone Series
Celebrate birthdays and special occasions for any month with our line of jewelry using only natural gemstones.
January: Garnet
Garnet, January’s birthstone, is named after the Latin wordgranatus (pomegranate), garnet’s deep red hue has captivated admirers since the Bronze Age. Historically, it adorned Egyptian pharaohs and Roman signet rings, symbolizing power and prestige.
Beyond its beauty, garnet is believed to promote protection, strength, and healing, inspiring love and devotion. It’s a meaningful addition to any jewelry collection.
February: Amethyst
Amethyst, February’s birthstone, gets its name from the Greek amethystos, meaning “a remedy against drunkenness.” This purple gem was believed to keep its wearer clear-headed. Renaissance Europeans thought it calmed passionate lovers.
Amethyst is a traditional gift for the sixth wedding anniversary. It is believed to promote calmness, clarity, and spiritual growth, enhancing intuition and providing protection against negative energies.
march: Aquamarine
Aquamarine, March’s birthstone, evokes the sea’s colors and symbolizes purity. Ancient mariners believed it calmed waves and kept sailors safe. It’s also linked to happiness in marriage and protection in battle.
Aquamarine is the gem for the 19th wedding anniversary. Notable aquamarines include a 1,298-carat gem given to First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt and the 10,363-carat Dom Pedro Aquamarine at the Smithsonian.
April: Diamond
Diamonds, April’s birthstone, symbolize clarity and strength. The name comes from the Greek “adamas,” meaning “invincible.”
Notable diamonds include the legendary Hope Diamond, originally from India’s Golconda mines, which was sold to King Louis XIV of France in 1668.
may: Emerald
Emerald, May’s birthstone, symbolizes rebirth and renewal. This vibrant green gem, linked to lush gardens and springtime, is said to boost intelligence. Once believed to cure diseases, emeralds are now popular for 20th and 35th wedding anniversaries.
From Cleopatra’s adornments to the Crown of the Andes, emeralds have enchanted many. The name “emerald” comes from the Greek smaragdos, meaning green gem.
June: Pearl
Pearls, June’s birthstone, originate from oceans, lakes, and rivers and have fascinated people for centuries. Ancient Middle Easterners thought they were teardrops from heaven, while the Chinese believed they came from dragon brains.
Associated with purity and innocence, pearls were traditionally given as wedding gifts and believed to bring long life, prosperity, and cure ailments. One famous pearl, La Peregrina, was prized by European royalty and later gifted to Elizabeth Taylor.
July: Ruby
Ruby, July’s birthstone, is highly coveted. Its name comes from the Latin “ruber,” meaning “red” – the color of love and passion.
In ancient India, ruby was called the “king of precious stones” for its rarity, hardness, and mystical powers. It symbolized power and youthful energy.
If you’re looking for a gem that embodies passion and power, ruby is your go-to!
August: Peridot / Spinel
Peridot and spinel are August’s birthstones. Peridot, a vibrant green gem, was often mistaken for topaz or emerald and believed to protect against evil spirits. It’s also the 16th anniversary stone.
Spinel, named from the Latin “spina” (thorn), comes in colors from red to black. Historically mistaken for rubies, famous “rubies” like the Black Prince’s Ruby are actually spinel.
september: Sapphire
Sapphire, September’s birthstone, is cherished for its beauty and used to celebrate 5th and 45th anniversaries. Typically blue, sapphires come in many colors and symbolize fidelity and the soul. Ancient cultures valued them for protection and healing.
Famous sapphires include the 62.02-carat Rockefeller Sapphire and Princess Diana’s 12-carat blue sapphire engagement ring, now worn by Kate Middleton.
October: Opal
Opal, the traditional October birthstone, likely originated in India, where it was called upala (precious stone). Famous for its play-of-color, opal’s dramatic hues have inspired comparisons to fireworks and galaxies.
Bedouins believed opals held lightning, while ancient Greeks thought they granted prophecy and protection. Europeans saw opal as a symbol of purity, hope, and truth. Opal is also the stone for the 14th wedding anniversary.
November: Topaz & Citrine
November’s birthstones are topaz and citrine. Topaz dazzles in many colors, while citrine shines in yellow and orange hues. Ancient Greeks believed topaz gave them strength, while Europeans in the Middle Ages thought it could dispel magic spells and anger. Citrine, a yellow to brownish-orange quartz, is believed to soothe tempers and calm the wearer. Cherished for thousands of years, it was popular in ancient and Victorian-era jewelry.
December: Turquoise
Turquoise, December’s birthstone, ranges from blue to green and has been cherished for millennia for its health, good fortune, and protection properties. Native Americans believed it could be found at the end of a rainbow and used it to improve aim.
This gem adorned King Tut’s funerary mask and appears in modern royal jewelry, like Wallis Simpson’s famous necklace. Turquoise is also the gem for the 11th wedding anniversary.
