Birthstone Chart By Month
This birthstone chart shows each month’s traditional birthstone, along with its commonly associated meaning and symbolism. Designed as a clear reference guide, it includes both precious and semi-precious stones and reflects widely recognised birthstone traditions.
Birthstone Chart By Month
Month
Birthstone
Meaning
Benefits
Garnet
Represents love and friendship
Boosts energy and health
Amethyst
Symbolizes peace and clarity
Promotes balance and tranquility
Aquamarine
Associated with tranquility
Enhances communication and courage
Diamond or Clear Quartz
Signifies strength and purity
Encourages clarity and focus
Emerald or Green Aventurine
Represents rebirth and love
Brings harmony and growth
Alexandrite, Moonstone, Pearl
Symbolizes balance and growth
Fosters adaptability and change
Ruby or Carnelian
Represents passion and vitality
Inspires confidence and motivation
Peridot
Associated with prosperity
Attracts abundance and joy
Sapphire or Lapis Lazuli
Symbolizes wisdom and nobility
Enhances intuition and insight
Opal or Opalite
Represents creativity and inspiration
Promotes originality and imagination
Topaz or Citrine
Symbolizes love and affection
Encourages generosity and compassion
Turquoise
Associated with protection and healing
Fosters self-expression and communication
How to Use This Birthstone Chart
This birthstone chart is designed as a simple reference guide, showing each month alongside its traditionally associated stone. It allows you to quickly explore which birthstone corresponds to each month, along with commonly recognised meanings and qualities.
Many people use a birthstone chart to:
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Check their own birthstone by month
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Compare stones across different months
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Understand traditional associations at a glance
This page is intended as an educational overview rather than a buying guide. Looking for jewellery connected to your birthstone? Explore our birthstone jewellery collection.
Why Some Months Have More Than One Birthstone
You may notice that certain months are linked with more than one gemstone. This happens because birthstone charts have evolved over time.
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Traditional charts are based on historical usage
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Modern charts include alternative stones introduced later
Both versions are widely accepted, and different charts may highlight different stones depending on tradition or source.
Birthstone Meanings in Charts
The meanings shown in birthstone charts are drawn from long-standing cultural and symbolic associations. These meanings are not scientific claims, but traditional interpretations that many people find helpful when learning about gemstones.
They are best viewed as:
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Symbolic references
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Historical associations
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Personal interpretation tools
Using a Birthstone Chart as a Reference
A birthstone chart works best as a starting point. Some people follow it strictly by month, while others use it as inspiration before exploring stones by colour, symbolism, or personal preference.
There is no requirement to limit yourself to one stone - charts are guides, not rules.
Using a Birthstone Chart as a Reference
This chart focuses on commonly recognised, semi-precious and gemstone birthstones and reflects widely used month-to-stone associations. Variations may exist across cultures or sources, which is normal for gemstone traditions.