Personalised jewellery is a sought-after piece of accessory. These pieces are deeply personal and hold great significance when worn or gifted. One of the popular ways to personalise jewellery is with the addition of birthstones. Which gemstones represent the month of your birth?
Birthstones are associated with the 12 months of the year or the zodiac sign. These gemstones carry unique meanings, significance, and qualities and are a sign of good fortune and healing. They can be used in various pieces of jewellery — engagement and wedding rings, earrings, necklaces, and Tennis Bracelets.
Let us look at the different birthstones and their meanings for personalised jewellery.
Gemstones can be incorporated to make personalised jewellery in different ways: a central stone in a diamond ring, especially for engagement or wedding rings, a pendant in a necklace, Diamond Stud Earrings, and more.
The following are the birthstones for each month of the year —
Garnet is primarily a red gemstone. Garnet also comes in a variety of other colours, such as orange, green, and purple. The name is derived from the Latin word ‘granatus’, meaning seedlike and resembles pomegranate seeds. Garnets symbolise protection, trust, peace, health, goodwill, happiness, and friendship.
Amethyst is a gemstone in the shade of purple. Amethyst is also found in other various colours, such as violet, dark purple, lavender, lilac, etc. The name comes from the Greek word ‘amethystos’, meaning not intoxicated. Amethysts symbolises wisdom, creativity, peace, calmness, intuition, balance, power, and protection.
Aquamarine is a blue or cyan gemstone and can be found in various shades of blue — from pale to dark blue. The name comes from the Latin words aqua and marina, which mean ‘the sea’. Aquamarines symbolises calmness, love, protection, happiness in marriage, and everlasting youth.
Diamond is a naturally colourless gemstone and can also be found in colours between white and pale yellow. It is the world’s most popular gemstone. The name comes from the Greek word ‘adamas’, meaning unbreakable or invincible. Diamonds symbolise purity, everlasting love, strength, clarity, protection, and wealth.
Emerald is a green gemstone and can be found in shades varying from bluish-green to yellowish-green. The name is derived from the Latin words 'esmeralda’ and ‘esmaraldus’, roughly meaning a green gem. Emeralds symbolise hope, balance and harmony, positive energy, passion, and zest for life.
Pearl is an organic, opaque gem and can be found in a variety of other colours, such as white, cream, white, pink, grey, silver, black, etc., based on the outer shell of the mollusc. Pearls symbolise purity, wisdom, balance, and emotional health. Two other birthstones for this month include moonstone and alexandrite.
Ruby is a deep red gemstone and can be found in shades from crimson to deep pink. It is known as the ‘King of Gems’ and is considered the most precious stone created by God. The name comes from the Latin word ‘ruber’, meaning red. Rubies symbolise vitality, love, passion, wealth, and good fortune.
Peridot is a yellowish-green gemstone and can range from hues such as olive green, lime green, and deeper shades. It was known as the gem of the sun in ancient Egypt. The name comes from the Arabic word ‘faridat’, meaning gem. Peridots symbolise beauty, luck, tranquillity, prosperity, good fortune, strength, and growth.
Sapphire is a true blue gemstone and can be found in a range of colours, such as pink, orange, blue, or black. The name comes from the Greek word ‘sappheiros’ and the Latin word ‘sapphirus’, meaning a blue stone. Sapphires symbolise faithfulness, wisdom, nobility, truth, and loyalty.
Opal is a unique gemstone that can display the colours of the rainbow in a pattern and shift colours, known as ‘play-of-colour’. The name comes from the Sanskrit word ‘upala’, meaning a precious stone. Opals symbolise love, luck, passion, health, and purity.
Tourmaline is a gemstone with an assortment of colours — pink, blue, green, yellow, orange, etc. It is also called the ‘chameleon gemstone’. The name comes from the Sinhalese word ‘turmali’, meaning stone with mixed colours. Tourmalines symbolise creativity, intuition, healing, and balance.
Topaz is a colourless gemstone in its pure form and can also be found in colours of pink, yellow, and blue. It represented Ra, the Egyptian God of the sun, in ancient times. Topazes symbolise strength, love, affection, wealth, and health.
Citrine is a yellow gemstone with shades from pale yellow to a honey orange colour. The warm colour of the gemstone is considered to be a gift from the sun. The name comes from the Old French word ‘citron’, meaning lemon. Citrines symbolise strength, joy, abundance, success, and prosperity.
Blue Topaz is a blue, transparent gemstone and can be found in a variety of colours, such as white, red, and pink. The name comes from the Greek word Topazios. It refers to a small island in the Red Sea, now Zabargad. The name also comes from the ancient Sanskrit word for fire. Blue Topazes symbolises honesty, forgiveness, abundance, wisdom, and clarity.
Turquoise is a bluish-green gemstone and can be found in shades of blue and violet. It represents the spirit of the sky and the sea. The name comes from the French expression ‘pierre tourques’, meaning Turkish stone. Turquoises symbolise hope, love, wisdom, and protection.
Tanzanite is a deep-coloured blue gemstone with colours such as blue, violet, or purple. It was found in the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, East Africa and named by Tiffany & Co. after the place it was discovered. Tanzanites symbolise spiritual growth, happiness, prosperity, and protection.
These are specific meanings and significance behind birthstones for each month of the year. They can be incorporated into your jewellery in many ways to make personalised and meaningful pieces.
At Sunshine Diamonds, we can personalise pieces of jewellery – earrings, necklaces, diamond rings, and bracelets with birthstones. They make for the perfect gifts and keepsakes for your friends and family.
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