Birthstones by Month
Browse traditional and modern birthstones for each month. The guide keeps the tone fun while separating exact date math from estimated calendar patterns.
Birthstones by Month
| Month | Birthstone | Season |
|---|---|---|
| January | Garnet | winter |
| February | Amethyst | winter |
| March | Aquamarine and bloodstone | late winter and early spring |
| April | Diamond | spring |
| May | Emerald | spring |
| June | Pearl, alexandrite, and moonstone | late spring and early summer |
| July | Ruby | summer |
| August | Peridot, spinel, and sardonyx | summer |
| September | Sapphire | late summer and early fall |
| October | Opal and tourmaline | fall |
| November | Topaz and citrine | fall |
| December | Turquoise, zircon, and tanzanite | winter |
Using Birthstones
Birthstones are popular for birthday gifts, jewelry, keepsakes, party themes, and personal facts. Some months have more than one accepted stone, so the best choice may depend on tradition, color, budget, or the person’s own style.