Birthstone: Which Gemstone is Most Auspicious for You?

What is a Birthstone?

A birthstone (Birthstone) is a precious or semi-precious gemstone associated with a person's birth month or zodiac sign. Since ancient times, these gemstones have been considered to have mystical and healing properties. In many cultures, people wear gemstones corresponding to their birth month to bring good luck, prosperity, and protection.

These gemstones are worn not only for beauty but also for their influence on a person's personality and destiny. These claims have not been scientifically proven, but these beliefs have remained a part of people's lives for centuries.

Birthstone for January

U.S Culture Based Birthstone	Garnet
British Culture Based Birthstone	Garnet
Vedic Culture Based Birthstone	Serpent Stone

Birthstone for February

U.S Culture Based Birthstone	Amethyst
British Culture Based Birthstone	Amethyst
Vedic Culture Based Birthstone	Chandrakanta

Birthstone for March

U.S Culture Based Birthstone	Aquamarine Bloodstone
British Culture Based Birthstone	Aquamarine Bloodstone
Vedic Culture Based Birthstone	Gold

Birthstone for April

U.S Culture Based Birthstone	Diamond
British Culture Based Birthstone	Diamond Rock Crystal
Vedic Culture Based Birthstone	Diamond

Birthstone for May

U.S Culture Based Birthstone	Emerald
British Culture Based Birthstone	Emerald Chrysoprase
Vedic Culture Based Birthstone	Emerald

Birthstone for June

U.S Culture Based Birthstone	Pearl Moonstone Alexandrite
British Culture Based Birthstone	Pearl Moonstone
Vedic Culture Based Birthstone	Pearl

Birthstone for July

U.S Culture Based Birthstone	Ruby
British Culture Based Birthstone	Ruby Carnelian
Vedic Culture Based Birthstone	Sapphire

Birthstone for August

U.S Culture Based Birthstone	Peridot
British Culture Based Birthstone	Peridot Sardonyx
Vedic Culture Based Birthstone	Ruby

Birthstone for September

U.S Culture Based Birthstone	Sapphire
British Culture Based Birthstone	Sapphire Lapis Lazuli
Vedic Culture Based Birthstone	Zircon

Birthstone for October

U.S Culture Based Birthstone	Opal Tourmaline
British Culture Based Birthstone	Opal
Vedic Culture Based Birthstone	Coral

Birthstone for November

U.S Culture Based Birthstone	Topaz Citrine
British Culture Based Birthstone	Topaz Citrine
Vedic Culture Based Birthstone	Cat's-eye

Birthstone for December

U.S Culture Based Birthstone	Turquoise Zircon Tanzanite
British Culture Based Birthstone	Tanzanite Turquoise
Vedic Culture Based Birthstone	Topaz

Aries Birthstone	Bloodstone

Birthstone for Taurus

Taurus Birthstone	Sapphire

Birthstone for Gemini

Gemini Birthstone	Agate

Birthstone for Cancer

Cancer Birthstone	Emerald

Birthstone for Leo

Leo Birthstone	Onyx

Birthstone for Virgo

Virgo Birthstone	Carnelian

Birthstone for Libra

Libra Birthstone	Peridot

Birthstone for Scorpio

Scorpio Birthstone	Beryl

Birthstone for Sagittarius

Sagittarius Birthstone	Topaz

Birthstone for Capricorn

Capricorn Birthstone	Ruby

Birthstone for Aquarius

Aquarius Birthstone	Garnet

Birthstone for Pisces

Pisces Birthstone	Amethyst

Birthstones by Month

The table below lists both traditional and modern birthstones by month:

Birthstones by Zodiac Sign

According to astrology, each zodiac sign has its own special gemstone, which when worn brings positivity in a person's life.

• Aries: Bloodstone, Diamond
• Taurus: Emerald
• Gemini: Pearl, Agate
• Cancer: Ruby
• Leo: Peridot
• Virgo: Sapphire
• Libra: Opal
• Scorpio: Topaz
• Sagittarius: Turquoise
• Capricorn: Garnet
• Aquarius: Amethyst
• Pisces: Aquamarine

How to Know Your Birthstone?

If you want to know your correct birthstone based on your date of birth, you can use our Online Birthstone Finder. Simply enter your date and time of birth, and this tool will tell you the most suitable gemstone for you.

Wearing a birthstone can not only increase your luck, but it can also affect your health and mental peace. However, it is always advisable to consult an experienced astrologer before wearing any gemstone.