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Birthstone Chart
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Stone
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Information
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| January |
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Modern Stone: Garnet
Color: Deep Red
Birth Month: January
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Garnet is the most commonly used birthstone for the month of January. The garnet is a genuine semi-precious gemstone. Over the years, it has come to symbolize such things as Faith, Truth, Grace &
Fidelity. The garnet is a very deep shade of red and can sometimes appear dark brown, almost black.
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February
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Modern Stone: Amethyst
Color: Deep Purple
Birth Month: February
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Amethyst is the most commonly used birthstone for the month of February. It's been said that the Greeks believed the Amethyst protected them against drunkenness and passion. It also
stands for the symbols of peace, protection & tranquility. The amethyst is a very deep shade of purple. |
| March |
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Modern Stone: Aquamarine, Blue Topaz
Color: Pale Blue, Sky Blue
Birth Month: March
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Aquamarine is the most commonly used birthstone for the month of March. This stone gets its name from the latin words "sea" of "water". Aquamarine has been
popular since Ancient Greek times and is believed to hold the essence
and spirit of the sea. Blue Topaz is called the "stone of
strength" and was thought to heal both physical & mental
disorders and to prevent death. It was also believed that the wearer of the stone could become
invisible in times of emergency. The aquamarine & blue topaz stones are beautiful shades of pale blue. |
| April |
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Modern Stone: Diamond
Color: Crystal Clear
Birth Month: April
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Diamond is the most commonly used birthstone for the month of April. The word "diamond"
came about from the Greek word "adamas" meaning unconquerable. The diamond is the hardest gemstone and one of the most valued. Diamonds are the symbol of innocence and constancy. It is said diamonds are good for coughs and mucus problems. The white diamond is a beautiful clear stone. |
| May |
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Modern Stone: Emerald
Color: Deep Green
Birth Month: May
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Emerald is the most commonly used birthstone for the month of May. The emerald is the sacred stone of the goddess Venus. It was thought to preserve love. The emerald has long
been the symbol of hope. For some the emerald acts as a tranquilizer
for a troubled mind. The emerald is said to bring the wearer reason and wisdom. In the Christian faith it is the symbol
of faith and hope. The emerald is a deep, grass green colored stone.
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| June |
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Modern Stone: Alexandrite, Pearl
Color: Light purple-pinkish
Birth Month: June
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Alexandrite is the most commonly used birthstone for the month of June. Pearl is another June birthstone choice. Alexandrite is a very rare stone. It was named after Alexander II of
Russia as it was found on his coming of age day. The alexandrite has an
unusual phenomenon; it changes color. Alexandrite is said to stimulate pleasure and love. It is also used as a lucky stone. Alexandrite is a purplish-pink colored stone.
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| July |
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Modern Stone: Ruby
Color: Red
Birth Month: July
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Ruby is the most commonly used birthstone for the month of July. The ruby is considered to be the most powerful gem in the universe,
and is associated with many astral signs. To own a ruby is said to have
contentment and peace. Placed under a pillow the ruby may ward off bad
dreams. Given as a gift, the ruby is a symbol
of friendship and love. The ruby is also the symbol of vitality and
royalty. The ruby is a lovely shade of red. |
| August |
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Modern Stone: Peridot, Sardonyx
Color: Lime Green
Birth Month: August
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Peridot is the most commonly used birthstone for the month of August. Peridot is mentioned in many ancient references as chrysolite. It is mentioned throughout the Bible, and early
Christians considered it sacred. Today, Catholic Bishops still traditionally wear a ring of peridot and amethyst
as a symbol of purity and morality. The peridot was believed to be a stone of springtime by ancients who considered it a gift from Mother Nature. In ancient times, it was said
that a dream about peridot foretold impending danger. The peridot is a lime green colored stone.
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| September |
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Modern Stone: Sapphire
Color: Deep Blue
Birth Month: September
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Sapphire is the most commonly used birthstone for the month of September. A sapphire means blue in Greek. It is said a necklace of sapphires will cure a sore throat. The sapphire was called the "Stone of Destiny". Sapphires contribute to mental clarity and perception.
They can promote financial rewards. The sapphire is the symbol of heaven and joyful devotion to God. The sapphire is a deep blue stone.
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| October |
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Modern Stone: Tourmaline, Opal
Color: Pale Pink
Birth Month: October
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Tourmaline is the most commonly used birthstone for the month of October. All the tourmalines contain a wide scope of healing effects. The multi-colored tourmalines combine several qualities. Green Tourmaline (also known as Verdelite) brings a joy for life. It promotes an appreciation for the
many wonders that life has to offer. It encourages patience and openness, as well as sincere interest in fellow
human beings. The commonly used tourmaline stone is a shade of pale pink.
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| November |
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Modern Stone: Citrine, Yellow Topaz
Color: Golden Yellow
Birth Month: November
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Yellow Topaz is the most commonly used birthstone for the month of November. Topaz is one of the twelve breastplate stones of the High Priest
referred to in the Book of Exodus. The breastplate stones are
considered sacred to twelve mighty angels who guard the gates to
Paradise. Topaz is a soothing, empathetic stone that will direct energy to the
place it is most needed. It heals and energizes. Topaz is a promoter of
truth and forgiveness. The commonly used topaz stone is a golden yellow color.
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| December |
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Modern Stone: Blue Zircon
Color: Turquoise
Birth Month: December
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Blue Zircon is the most commonly used birthstone for the month of December. The zircon was worn
during the Middle Ages as an amulet to ward off sickness, injury and
insomnia. Blue Zircon is a lovely shade of turquoise.
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