Birthstones

Birthstones are gems which are associated with each month and considered lucky or character reinforcing to people born in that month. A birthstone list and example are included in the table below. Some months have alternative stones. A birthstone list and the associated qualities are given below the table. Also included are books on selecting, buying and caring for birthstones and other gems. Also, find the flower that symbolizes the unique characteristics of the month they were born at Birthflowers

Mother's Birthstone Jewelry

heart-shaped birthstone necklace	mother's embrace birthstone necklace	mother's birthstone necklace
In your heart of hearts, there’s just the two of you. Show her with a sterling-silver heart strung with a pair of rare and resplendent heart-shaped birthstones, symbolizing you and her. Add stones for each child to create a pendant that’s as unique as your family.	Modern yet classic, this necklace features up to five birthstones that represent children and family. The elegant circle serves as a symbol of the never-ending love a mother gives a child, and the single artful twist subtly suggests an embrace	Her favorite gems? Her children, of course. So it only makes sense that her favorite gemstones be their birthstones. Featuring up to five stones, one for each of her children, this necklace is anything but conventional

Birthstones

Jan: Garnet	Feb: Amethyst	Mar: Aquamarine
Gem-and-Pearl Necklace	Amethyst Drop Earrings	24K Semi-precious Earrings

Apr: Diamond	May: Emerald	Jun: Pearl
24K/Diamond Droplet Earrrings	eternity band rings	Mabe Pearl Teardrop Necklace

Jul: Ruby	Aug: Peridot	Sep: Sapphire
July Locket Charm	18k Peridot Earrings	Sapphire Double Karina Necklace

Oct: Opal	Nov: Topaz	Dec: Turquoise
Butterfly Hook Earrings	Mixed Stone Gold Bangle	Turquoise & 24K Gold Earrings

Birthstone Locket Charms by Jay Strongwater

Handcrafted birthstone lockets with Swarovski crystals by Jay Strongwater

January Locket Charm	February Locket Charm	March Locket Charm

May Locket Charm	June Locket Charm

July Locket Charm	August Locket Charm	September Locket Charm

October Locket Charm	November Locket Charm	December Locket Charm

Birthstone List with Alternatives and Symbolism

January: garnet symbolizes constancy; February: amethyst symbolizes sincerity; March: aquamarine (or bloodstone) symbolizes courage; April: diamond symbolizes innocence; May: emerald symbolizes love and success; June: pearl (alexandrite or moonstone) symbolizes health and longevity; July: ruby symbolizes contentment; August: peridot (or sardonyx) symbolizes married happiness; September: sapphire symbolizes clear thinking; October: opal (or tourmaline) symbolizes hope; November: topaz symbolizes fidelity; December: turquoise (or zircon) symbolizes prosperity. (From the Jewelry Industry Council in New York City).

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