Looking to add a personal touch to your jewelry collection? Birthstone jewelry is a timeless way to celebrate your story.
In this birthstone guide, we’re breaking down the birthstone chart month by month, including birthstone colors by month, styling ideas, and the significance behind each gem. Whether you’re curious about birthstone symbolism, want to explore the deeper birthstone meanings, or just love the look of these colorful gems, our guide has got you covered.
Ready to find the perfect match? Let’s explore the world of birthstone gemstones to discover how you can make yours shine.
Symbolizes protection, strength, and enduring friendships. Garnets have been used since the Bronze Age and were popular among ancient warriors for protection. The bright, warm color of this gemstone signifies loyalty and sincerity, and it’s said to offer protection to its owner. Its bold red tone is also sometimes associated with life and health.
Garnet style tips: you can enhance garnet’s deep red tones by wearing it with warm metallics like yellow or rose gold. Or, style with earth tones! Think browns, burgundy, or olive, which will give you a rich, cohesive look. You can also stack delicate gold rings or bracelets to let the garnet’s intensity shine.
Symbolizes clarity of mind, peace, and courage. Amethysts were often worn by royalty and clergy as a symbol of power, protection, and spiritual clarity. Its purple hue represents calmness, and it’s said to bring peace of mind to its wearer. It was also believed to ward off toxic energy and thoughts during ancient times and was sometimes even thought to be as precious as diamonds.
Amethyst style tips: go for a cool-toned, elegant vibe by pairing amethyst with silver or white gold. Not your thing? Flip the script by highlighting the purple hues with soft lavender, gray, or navy clothing. You can also mix your amethyst jewelry with clear stones or pearls for a whimsical, romantic jewelry stack.
Symbolizes tranquility, harmony, and clarity. Sailors believed aquamarine protected them during voyages. The stone is known for its cool blue color and represents serenity and a sense of hope, just like spring. It’s considered a great gift for couples, as it symbolizes unity and longevity for a marriage. It’s also seen as a symbol of youth and health.
Aquamarine style tips: pair aquamarine with white gold or platinum for a crisp, ocean-inspired aesthetic. If you want a breezier vibe, style with light blues, whites, and soft pastels. To let the stone really shine, we suggest layering with delicate silver chains or minimalist earrings.
Symbolizes eternal love, strength, and invincibility. Diamonds have been treasured for their unmatched hardness and brilliance. The strongest of all gemstones, the diamond is often associated with strength, longevity, and power. Centuries ago, it was thought to have great healing powers and was also believed to be imbued at the tips of Cupid’s arrows.
Diamond style tips: diamonds are endlessly versatile. Mix yours with gold or silver, depending on your outfit’s undertone, or wear them with black, white, or red to let their sparkle take center stage. For a modern glam look, stack diamond pieces with textured metal or pavé accents.
Symbolizes rebirth, fertility, and love. Said to imbue the wearer with beauty and power, it’s no surprise that emeralds were Cleopatra's favorite gemstones. Known for their rich green hue, emeralds represent joy and healing. Its flourishing color can also signify abundance and eternal youth, which was a popular belief in ancient Egypt.
Emerald style tips: emerald pairs beautifully with yellow gold-tone for a luxe, vintage-inspired finish. It also allows for a lovely regal look when you style emerald with jewel tones like navy or deep purple. If you want to highlight its rich green hue, we suggest adding subtle gold or diamond accents.
Symbolizes purity, humility, and innocence. Pearls were once considered the ultimate status symbol in ancient Rome. They stand out for being formed from a living creature (mollusks) and not mined like most other gemstones. It’s simple and pure, so it only makes sense that it’s often associated with faith and loyalty.
Pearl style tips: pearls look timeless with silver, gold, and even rose gold, though it depends on your personal style! Want to enhance their elegance? Wear your pearls with soft, classic colors like cream, blush, or navy. For a fresh twist on the classic look, mix your pearl studs with a layered chain necklace.
Symbolizes passion, love, and vitality. Rubies were favored by royalty and warriors for their supposed protective qualities. Things heat up in July, and rubies' fiery red tone represents love, passion, and courage while also inspiring harmony. Historically, some believed that the ruby provided great fortune to its wearer.
Ruby style tips: let the ruby’s bold red pop by wearing it with minimal gold or silver settings. You can also ramp up the drama by styling ruby with black, white, or jewel-toned outfits. If glamour is more your thing, pair it with diamond or pearl accents.
Symbolizes strength, protection, and prosperity. Known as the "gem of the sun" in ancient Egypt. Peridot is known for its unique lime-green color. This bright, bold gemstone is said to offer protection and prosperity while instilling influence on whoever is wearing this stone.
Peridot style tips: complement peridot’s bright green with yellow gold-tone for a summery, radiant feel. If you prefer a contrasting look, style with warm hues like coral, mustard, or lavender. Go playful with your peridot by layering it with minimalist gold bangles or stacking rings.
Symbolizes wisdom, loyalty, and truth. Primarily associated with royalty and clergy, sapphires were believed to protect against envy and harm while attracting divine favor. The cool blue color brings relaxation and clarity to the mind, as the season transitions into autumn. Its pure hue can also represent honesty, loyalty, and trust.
Sapphire style tips: sapphire looks stunning in both silver and gold—choose your metal based on the shade of blue. You can also make the blue really pop by pairing it with neutrals like gray, black, or cream. For a rich, layered effect, stack your sapphire with white topaz or diamond accents.
Symbolizes hope, creativity, and expression. Opals were once considered among the luckiest and most powerful stones, thanks to their shifting colors and mysterious beauty. A unique mix of many colors, every opal stone is one-of-a-kind and has its own pattern of rainbow tones. It represents emotion, confidence, and fidelity, and it’s also said to bring happiness and beauty.
Opal style tips: let opal’s iridescence shine by styling it with silver or rose gold. To enhance the colors in the stone, wear yours with soft pastels or white. You can even mirror its tones by pairing your opal with dainty gemstone pieces in complementary hues (like pink or blue).
Symbolizes abundance, joy, and positivity. Popular in both ancient Greece and during the Art Deco era, citrine has been prized for its radiant appearance. It’s also believed to carry the warmth of the sun. This yellow gem stands for happiness and hope—especially with its bright and juicy color. It’s believed to ward off and protect against evil.
Citrine style tips: citrine glows with yellow gold-tone, creating a warm and sunny palette. More than just a spring/summer stone, citrine looks stunning with autumnal tones like rust, chocolate, or mustard to echo its golden hues. You can get a richer look, too, by mixing it with other warm-hued stones like garnet or topaz.
Symbolizes calm, clarity, and communication. Typically associated with peace and healing, blue topaz was once thought to ward off mental stress and enhance concentration. This birthstone represents fidelity and patience. It’s also said to calm down hot tempers as well as provide protection and power back in ancient times.
Blue topaz style tips: blue topaz absolutely pops against white gold or silver for a wintry, icy look. Keep embracing the cooler temperatures by pairing it with navy or gray. Want to mix it up? Amplify the blue topaz’s brilliance by styling it with other blue stones or clear crystals.
