- January: Garnet
Garnets are found in nature in every color except blue. The most popular color is a deep, vibrant red. Symbolizing faith and light, garnets are believed to offer protection, strengthen affection and inspire the imagination.
- February: Amethyst
A member of the quartz family, the amethyst has long been prized by royalty for its regal, purple color. The richly hued stone is believed to bring good luck and happiness.
- March: Aquamarine
Found in a range of blue shades, this gemstone embodies the beauty of the seas. The translucent stone is a symbol of knowledge, courage and inspiration.
- April: White Topaz
White topaz has a crystal beauty and sparkle that is found in few other stones. Representing loyalty and righteousness, white topaz has the power to protect its wearer against misfortune.
- May: Emerald
Known as the queen of gemstones and treasured since ancient times, this vibrant green stone has long been regarded as a symbol of fertility, rebirth and springtime. Emeralds are believed to quicken the intelligence and the heart.
- June: Alexandrite
Alexandrite is a very rare stone discovered only about 150 years ago. This mystical gemstone is red or purplish red when seen in incandescent light, but in daylight it appears in shades of blue and green. Since the discovery of alexandrite, the gemstone has been a symbol of luck, good fortune and love. It is also believed to strengthen intuition, creativity, and imagination.
- July: Ruby
A prized possession of kings and queens throughout the ages, the ruby is rare among the world’s precious stones. The ruby has been known for centuries as a symbol of love and immortality.
- August: Peridot
Mystics have claimed that this lustrous green stone drives away evil and has special healing properties. Peridots have been found in meteorites and volcanoes and regarded since ancient times as the symbol of the sun.
- September: Sapphire
The ancients believed the earth rested on a giant sapphire, whose reflection colored the sky. Once worn by kings to protect against harm, today sapphires are believed to promote inner peace and purity.
- October: Pink Tourmaline
Relaxing and nurturing, pink tourmaline is associated with feminine energies. Historically, it is thought to bring healing powers to a shaman or medicine man. Pink tourmaline is believed to heal emotional wounds with its soft, soothing energy and to bring feelings of comfort and safety.
- November: Citrine
Deriving its name from the Old French word for lemon, the citrine is known as the jewel of the sun. These radiant stones are believed to bring light-heartedness, happiness and joy.
- December: Blue Zircon
A brilliant sky blue, the blue zircon was popular as a safeguard against the Black Death during the fourteenth century. This gemstone is believed to ward off evil spirits and possess healing powers.