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The fascination with birthstone seems endless, especially because there are so many ways you can define one's birthstone! They also make excellent gifts when you are lost for ideas, so let's explore the wonder of birthstones.
Different Methods
You probably already know that can find someone's birthstone by looking at his or her month of birth or astrological sign. This is the most popular, or widely known way of finding a birthstone. Did you know, though, that you can also find your birthstone by the day of the week, as well as the year of birth? Even if you just look at the month, you will see that there is more than one birthstone assigned, because in the world of crystals and stones energies are shared freely, so you can find many similarities in color and overall energy signature between different gemstones.
How can you decide on just one birthstone when you can actually have five or seven of them? The best way to go is to first understand the qualities of your birthstones and see what they all have in common. Next, take a trip to a good jewelry store or a crystal shop and experience their energy for yourself. Pay attention to the look and feel of your birthstones. Is there a specific gemstone that feels really attractive to you? Hopefully, the one you really like also fits in your budget!
Understand that there are really no strict rules when it comes to choosing yours or someone else's birthstone because we are very complex beings defined by many more factors than just our birth info. So, approach the information below with a playful, open attitude and allow it to be the beginning of a fascinating exploration of the world of crystals and stones! Many of them are inexpensive, and a pleasure to have around; they also create really good feng shui in your home or office.
Birthstones by Month
Birth Month | Birthstone |
January |
Garnet Rose Quartz |
February |
Onyx Amethyst |
March |
Aquamarine Bloodstone |
April |
Diamond Clear Quartz |
May |
Emerald Chrysophrase |
June |
Moonstone Pearl |
July |
Ruby Carnelian |
August |
Peridot Sardonyx |
September |
Sapphire Lapis Lazuli |
October |
Tourmaline Opal |
November |
Topaz Citrine |
December |
Turquoise Tanzanite |
Here is your birthstone zodiac chart; it allows you to choose your birthstone by your astrological sign.
Birthstones by Astrological Sign
Astrological Sign | Dates | Birthstones |
Aquarius |
Jan 20 to Feb 18 |
Garnet Amethyst |
Pisces |
Feb 19 to Mar 20 |
Turquoise Amethyst |
Aries |
Mar 21 to Apr 20 |
Bloodstone Diamond |
Taurus |
Apr 21 to May 20 |
Sapphire Emerald |
Gemini |
May 21 to Jun 20 |
Aquamarine Pearl |
Cancer |
Jun 21 to Jul 22 |
Ruby Amber |
Leo |
Jul 23 to Aug 23 |
Onyx Peridot |
Virgo |
Aug 24 to Sep 22 |
Carnelian Blue Sapphire |
Libra |
Sept. 23 to Oct.23 |
Lapis Lazuli Opal |
Scorpio |
Oct 24 to Nov 22 |
Topaz Agate |
Sagittarius |
Nov 23 to Dec 20 |
Turquoise Blue Topaz |
Capricorn |
Dec 21 to Jan 19 |
Ruby Garnet |
Birthstones by Day of the Week
Along with the traditional birthstone by month, there are birthstones by the day of the week you were born! So, you can choose your birthstone according to the day of the week you were born; and you can also choose a stone to wear according to the specific energy of the day.
The energy of the day is usually defined, astrologically, by its ruling planet. To be in harmony with a specific day (especially if it is an important day for you!), you can choose to wear the gemstone that reflects its energy even if this is not your birthstone.
Overall, treat crystals and stones as good friends, and know that different crystals can help you in different ways on various occasions.
Day of the Week | Ruling Planet | Birthstone |
---|---|---|
Monday | Moon | Pearl Clear quartz Moonstone |
Tuesday | Mars | Ruby Garnet Emerald |
Wednesday | Mercury | Amethyst Lodestone Cat's eye |
Thursday | Jupiter | Carnelian Emerald Sapphire |
Friday | Venus | Rose quartz Topaz Carnelian |
Saturday | Saturn | Diamond Turquoise Sapphire |
Sunday | Sun | Yellow topaz Ruby Diamond |
How do you decide which birthstone is actually the right one? Well, they are all right to a certain extent, and you can always combine several birthstones in your jewelry. You can also choose to wear different stones on different days or in different life situations.
You can never really go wrong with your choice of crystals and stones as they bring the healing energy of Earth.