Birthstone jewellery: for the months that matter
Bringing a dose of sentiment and symbolism to gemstone jewellery, birthstones are a beautiful jewellery tradition perfect for gifting and self-celebration.
Birthstones associate a gemstone with each month of the year, a tradition begun in Europe as early as the Sixteenth century. In 1912, the National Association of Jewelers gathered all this beautiful ancient symbolism into an established list… and we’ve never looked back!
Worn as tokens of good luck and remembrance, birthstones are a gorgeous way to mark your own identity and hold the people we love close. But there really are no rules about how and why you wear birthstone jewellery!
Here’s our guide to each month's stone, and why you might choose these gorgeous jewels...
Which birthstones can you wear?
Birthstones don’t just have to be about your birthday. They’re just a wonderful way to celebrate a month and everything it represents.
You can wear your own birthstone, of course, but you can also choose a stone to mark:
The birth month of your child, partner, parent, sibling or best friend.
The month you met, got engaged or married.
A fresh start, a new chapter or a milestone.
A month you’ll always want to remember, for any reason!
We love designing birthstone jewellery that can be worn every day, so it becomes a special and meaningful part of your life. With designs available in sterling silver, gold vermeil and solid gold, you'll find a love-forever piece to suit all styles and occasions.
Choose a stone that symbolises an important date or person, or one that celebrates your own identity. And remember: if a gemstone’s meaning, symbolism or appearance speaks to you, it’s the one!
Here's our guide to each month’s stone and its symbolism...
EXPLORE BIRTHSTONE JEWELLERYBirthstones and their meanings, by month:
January
Garnet
This beautiful deep red stone is associated with protection, vitality and transformation. Linked with grounding energy, garnet is a beautiful choice for new beginnings and fresh starts.
February
Amethyst
Amethyst is a gemstone of calm, balance and inner strength. Often associated with wisdom and spiritual connection, it’s perfect if you want a steadying gemstone in your corner.
March
Aquamarine
Cool aquamarine is linked with tranquillity, trust and clear communication. It’s a beautiful stone to celebrate friendship, and helps you harness peace, protection and emotional clarity.
April
Diamond and White Topaz
April’s birthstones celebrate love and clarity. Diamonds are loved for their unmatched brilliance and durability, symbolising strength and enduring love. White topaz is associated with clarity and self-awareness, bringing a fresh, focused energy.
May
Emerald and Green Onyx
The birthstones for May bring all the vibrant, natural green of the season! Emerald is associated with compassion and harmony, known as a stone of loyalty and love. Green onyx is a calming, protective stone, linked with strength, positivity and new growth.
June
Pearl
Luminous pearls are traditionally associated with wisdom, transformation and emotional balance. Beautiful and calming, they’re seen as a symbol of love and harmony in relationships. Associated with overcoming adversity, they bring a feminine energy and power to your corner.
July
Ruby
Ruby is a stone of courage and vitality. A classic symbol of love and passion, it’s perfect for celebrating love in all its forms! Associated with wealth and abundance, it’s a powerful stone to help manifest dreams.
August
Peridot
Peridot is a joyful green stone associated with confidence and positive energy. Traditionally linked with protection, it’s a gorgeous talisman to support personal growth and optimism.
September
Sapphire
Sapphire is connected to love, wisdom and intuition. Sapphire is available in an array of stunning colours, each with its own mood and personality, with the classic blue sapphire known as a stone of loyalty and commitment.
October
Opal
Mystical opal is all about imagination, hope and self-expression. With its shifting colours and luminous glow, it brings good fortune and a reminder to lean into your individuality.
November
Citrine
Golden citrine is associated with joy and success. Linked with prosperity, it helps give you the confidence, motivation and energy to move forward into something new.
December
Turquoise
Bringing a shot of colour even into the darkest months, gorgeous turquoise has long been worn as a protective talisman. Associated with good fortune and friendship, it’s a meaningful stone for connection, communication and support in love.
You can explore more about the meanings of all our gorgeous stone in our Gemstone Guide, here.
And if you’re ready to start a celebratory story, you can shop our stunning Birthstone Jewellery collection and choose the month that matters most!
