With the many types of jewelry available nowadays, birthstone jewelry pieces are considered one of the most popular among accessories. They are not only favorites among fashion lovers but by people who believe in the power of the stones. Since the early years, birthstones have been associated with the twelve months of the Gregorian calendar because people during these times believed they have mystical and healing powers that can protect those born on the month they represent. So when a person is born on a particular month and wears his birthstone, his ability to cure himself is enhanced.

The birthstone of January is the Garnet. According to its history, this stone got its name from the pomegranate fruit because they have the same rich red color. This stone is also supposed to symbolize devotion and love and can also keep the wearer from harm. For the month of February, the gemstone is the Amethyst and it has a deep purple color that is often associated with royalty and wealth. Amethysts were popular jewels for the crowns of pharaohs and kings during the early times. They are also identified with the Greek god of Wine, Dionysius, so people in ancient Rome used to wear it to avoid getting drunk. As for those who were born on the month of March, their jewelry birthstone is Aquamarine. These gemstones are believed to be the treasures of mermaids because of their beautiful sea-blue color. They are also supposed to prolong youthfulness to whoever wears them. Diamonds are the special stone of April and are recommended to those who want to improve their inner strengths and their relationship with their partners. June’s stone which is the Pearl is supposed to have life-restoring powers as believed during the ancient times. Nowadays, it is more popular as jewelry gifts for would-be brides because it symbolizes purity. Ruby, the birthstone of July, is a very rare and a valuable stone that sometimes can exceed the price of the diamond. With its deep blood-red color, it is also associated with royalty and has also been widely used in crown jewels. August’s birthstone is the Peridot and these are usually extracted from rocks near volcanoes.

In ancient times, the people see peridots as the tears of Pele, the goddess of volcanoes. This stone is also believed to bring protection against evil spirits when worn. As for the month of September, the stone that represents it is the Sapphire. The sapphire is the second hardest substance next to diamond and it is known for its royal blue color. Kings believed that sapphires can protect them from covetousness and harm. October’s gem is the opal which has always been associated with hope and the true wonders of the sky. Opals have milky white hues which seem to subtly change into different spectrum of colors when looked closely. November has the citrine as its gem. This stone is believed to be gifts from the sun because of their bright yellow color. It is also linked with happiness and used by ancient men as an antidote for snake venom. Lastly, December’s birthstone is Topaz. This gem has a pale blue color and believed to give strength to the wearer. The gem is also associated with fidelity so it is a popular jewelry gemstone for new couples.

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