Birthstones by Month and Meaning

The dazzling pieces of gemstones, not only holds high value in the money market, but is also associated with some unique personality traits as well powers for people born in different calendar months. It is said, that birthstones by month and meanings of each stone, were discovered about 3300 years ago. This was due to the legendary breastplate of Aaron, high priest of the Israelite, that is said to have contained 12 precious gemstones. Over the ages, different traditions came into existence and with that the 12 zodiac sign were assigned different birthstones by month. By the 1700's, specific meaning of birthstones by month was linked with each month in a year.

There are many people, who believe in the mystical powers of birthstones by month. They believe these birthstones protect them from evil and bring luck their way. Some people just wear them out of curiosity. You will find there is a market full of different birthstone rings, birthstone pendents, birthstone earrings, etc. People love giving birthstone jewelry gift to their loved ones as a symbol of love and care. If you too have been bitten by the birthstone bug, you must be wondering which is your birthstone by month and meaning of that particular gemstone. The following paragraph will help you uncover your birthstones by month and date.

Birthstones by Month and Date	Name of Birthstone	Symbol of Birthstones by Month	Meaning of Birthstones by Month
January Dec 22 - Jan 21	Garnet	Constancy, faith and truth	The garnet is said to protect the wearer from nightmares. It is said to offer guidance through a path of darkness. This long-lasting gem has a fiery beauty that was once thought to be connected with blood.
February Jan 20 - Feb 18	Amethyst	Sincerity, sobriety, tranquility, protection and peace	The amethyst, birthstone for February is said to protect the wearer from deceit and improve skin texture as well as prevent baldness.
March Feb 19 - Mar 20	Aquamarine and Bloodstone	Courage	These two birthstones are associated with virtue of courage. Aquamarine has also been associated with affection, love, hope and health. It was a favorite among men at sea during the Middle Ages. It was said to protect those at sea.
April Mar 21 - Apr 19	Diamond	Innocence, purity love, eternity and strength	Diamonds are the symbol of durability and invincibility for those born in the month of April. This April birthstone is said to bring marital happiness as well and strengthen the bonds of love.
May Apr 20 - May 20	Emerald	New life, love and success	The emerald is said to bring health and cure the wearer of many ailments. It is also associated with the ability to see the future.
June May 21 - June 20	Pearl	Health, prosperity, long life, chastity and modesty	The pearl is said to be an angelic or pure birthstone. It is said to be linked to a happy and successful marriage.
July June 21 - July 22	Ruby	Contentment, harmony and protection	The fiery red ruby helps enhance the personal traits of the wearer that includes passion and power.
August July 23 - Aug 23	Peridot	Courage and family happiness	Peridot, the yellow-green gemstone was once known as the 'gem of the sun'. It was said to give the wearer protection against evil and nightmares. It was also known to enhance the powers of healing drugs and medication.
September Aug 24 - Sept 22	Sapphire	Faith, purity and clear thinking	The sapphire is known to make the wearer more faithful and honest.
October Sept 23 - Oct 23	Opal	Purity, innocence and hope	Opal is linked to the attributes of friendship, emotions and healing properties. It is said to enhance the wearers imagination powers
November Oct 24 - Nov 21	Topaz	Sanity, healing, friendship and fidelity	The Greeks are said to have associated topaz with strength. It is said to relieve the wearer of any kind of stress and cure him of problems such as insomnia, asthma, tuberculosis and gout.
December Nov 22 - Dec 21	Turquoise	Fortune, luck, prosperity and contentment	The turquoise is said to bring good luck for the wearer and heal one from problems of the teeth, lung, throat as well as depression. It brings out the creativity and spirituality in the wearer.

These gemstones are believed to bring luck and protect the wearer from all the negative vibes and auras. They are said to contain living energy that helps us when our life begins to change. The only way to know if these traditional birthstones by month and meaning attached to them does helps change one's luck is by wearing it personally. Speak to a gemologists or someone who is good with astrology to help you find your birthstone. Remember, the right one can bring luck and the wrong stone can cause havoc in one's life. Hope you have enjoyed reading this article on meaning of birthstones.