Due to the value given to gemstones since the ancient times, the precious stones have begun to develop a connection with other human aspects like events, birthdays, and even human behavior. For example, there are various gemstones which are associated with the nine planets and there are also gems which are linked to the days of the week, wedding anniversaries, and astrological signs. Since these have been associated with the year’s months and birthdates, they are also linked to us as our birthstones. The 12 birthstones represent the twelve months of the year.

Since the popularity of birthstones became widespread, the jewelry industry took this opportunity and supported the association of people to their birthstone jewelry. This has become an instant hit not only with accessory lovers but also to the superstitious. From then on, wearing birthstone jewelry was believed to bring good fortune and protection to its wearer. Today, each birthstone was given the respective months of the Gregorian calendar. This article will give a short description of the first seven months and their respective gems.

The birthstone of January is the Garnet. With a color of deep red, this precious stone reflects personalities like truth, friendship, faithfulness, and purity. Birthstone jewelry like the Garnet is believed to have healing powers because it is associated to curing illnesses of the heart, lungs, and the blood. A popular stone during the Victorian era, garnet accessories when worn can also improve the sensuality and sexuality of their wearers.

The traditional gemstone of those born in the month of February is the Amethyst. The stone has a color ranging from hues of pale lilac to reddish violet. It is associated with characteristics of stability, peace, inner strength, and courage and are also said to cure health problems in the circulatory system, insomnia, and even alcoholism.

For those born in March, the birthstone given to them is the Aquamarine. With an almost transparent blue or sea-green color, Aquamarine gems are semi-precious stones and well loved for being jewelry stones. This stone is said to represent personalities like courage and faithfulness. This birthstone is also believed to solve throat problems and stress.

The stone of April is the most popular gems in the accessory industry and this is the Diamond. Mostly colorless, clear, and white, this precious gem should be worn by those who want to improve their relationship with people and increase their inner strengths. The diamond is also believed to cure illnesses of the brain and the pituitary glands.

Those born in the month of May have Emerald as their birthstone. Popular with its deep green color, this birthstone is said to signify faith, memory, and clairvoyance. The health problems that it can cure are related to illnesses of the spine, eyes, and fertility dysfunctions.

As for the month of June, its birthstone is another popular material used in accessory making and this is the Pearl. Traditionally characterized by their milky white color, the pearl stone is a symbol for chastity, purity, and loyalty. This stone is also believed to give cure to the heart, spleen, or stomach problems.

Last for this short preview of birthstones is the Ruby which is devoted to the month of July. Popular for its deep red color, the Ruby is associated with integrity, happiness, and devotion. It is also said to be effective for health problems related to infections and diseases of the blood.

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