Gorgeous birthstone jewellery you'll want to wear every day
Adorn yourself with the best birthstone jewellery picks for every month.
Gem lovers, rejoice: Birthstone jewellery is more in demand than ever, and Etsy sellers have got you covered with beautifully reimagined twists on the classics. These birthstone jewellery picks make an amazing gift for her, a timely surprise for Valentine's Day, and they are often the perfect personalised present.
From on-trend hoops to dazzling multi-gem heirlooms that combine unexpected textures with a touch of glimmer, the knockout pieces from these expert designers and curators from the UK and beyond encourage you to pile on any (and every) gem that suits your personal style – no matter where on the calendar your birthday falls.
What are the birthstones for each month?
Many of us know that each month has its own birthstone (some even have two or three due to changes in availability and demand for particular gems!), but did you know each birthstone offers a hidden meaning and symbolism? Read on to find out what your birthstone means.
- January birthstone: Garnet for passion and happiness
- February birthstone: Amethyst for relaxation and intuition
- March birthstone: Aquamarine for protection and communication
- April birthstone: Diamond for love and longevity
- May birthstone: Emerald for love and kindness
- June birthstone: Pearl for simplicity and purity
- July birthstone: Ruby for protection and vitality
- August birthstone: Peridot for protection and light
- September birthstone: Sapphire for self-expression and sincerity
- October birthstone: Opal for truth and protection
- November birthstone: Citrine for abundance and happiness
- December birthstone: Turquoise for wellbeing and good fortune
See our picks for the best birthstone jewellery for every month:
January: Garnet | February: Amethyst | March: Aquamarine | April: Diamond | May: Emerald | June: Pearl | July: Ruby | August: Peridot | September: Sapphire | October: Opal | November: Citrine | December: Turquoise
January birthstone jewellery: Garnet
January’s birthstone, garnet, is a symbol of passion and happiness – and what better way to start the new year? Prized by ancient Egyptians and Greeks for their luminosity, and also considered a hot commodity in the Victorian era, garnets come in many colours – though the most popular, red, is the hue most often associated with January birthdays. A particularly scratch-resistant stone (they score highly on the Mohs' scale, which ranks stones' hardness), January birthstone necklace or ring are ideal options to wear either raw or cut.
February birthstone jewellery: Amethyst
Symbolising relaxation and intuition, February’s birthstone, amethyst, is a gem with versatility and is sought-after in the crystal collecting communities. While all gemstones are unique, the idiosyncrasy of individual stones is especially noticeable with amethysts, which change colour when they’re exposed to heat. As a result, some amethysts are naturally multicoloured, and can appear to have a different tint depending on the time of day (and may even appear to be translucent). The natural variety in amethysts makes them perfect for tonal layering.
March’s birthstone jewellery: Aquamarine
