Key Takeaways:
- Birthstone Jewelry Tells A Story: Each piece symbolizes meaningful family milestones, personal histories, and generational connections.
- Every Stone Holds Deeper Meaning: Beyond their unique colors, birthstones represent timeless themes like love, protection, and renewal.
- Crafted To Last: HAVERHILL’s jewelry blends quality craftsmanship with sustainable materials.
Monthly birthstones are more than just beautiful gems; they’re deeply personal symbols tied to the moments, people, and stories that shape our lives. Whether you're celebrating a loved one’s birthday, marking the arrival of a child, or simply searching for a meaningful gift, understanding the birthstone colors for each month adds a thoughtful layer to your choice.
In this guide, we’ll walk you through the full list of birthstones, exploring the rich hues and meanings behind each one. From January’s deep garnet red to December’s icy blue topaz, each stone carries its own personality, reflecting traits like strength, love, clarity, and renewal.
Modern vs. Traditional Birthstones
When browsing birthstones by month, you may notice that some months have more than one stone. That’s because birthstones have evolved over time. Some are rooted in ancient traditions, while others have been added for accessibility, modern symbolism, or color variety. At HAVERHILL, we honor both approaches with thoughtfully selected options.
What’s The Difference?
Modern birthstones tend to reflect more recent selections, often chosen for their beauty, durability, and broader availability. That’s why they’re popular choices in today’s fine jewelry. Traditional birthstones, on the other hand, are rooted in historical or cultural significance and are sometimes rarer or more symbolic.
Here are a few examples:
- April: Diamond (traditional) and White Topaz (modern)
- May: Emerald (traditional)
- June: Alexandrite (modern) and Moonstone (traditional)
- July: Ruby (traditional)
- September: Sapphire (traditional)
- October: Opal (traditional), Pink Opal, and Pink Sapphire (modern)
Both paths offer meaningful options. It comes down to the story you want your jewelry to tell. Curious which stones represent your loved ones or yourself? View our Birthstone Calendar for a complete look at HAVERHILL’s birthstone offerings by month, including color variations and their unique meanings.
January's Garnet: A Symbol Of Faith And Love
Deep and evocative, January’s garnet is a centuries-old symbol of protection, loyalty, and enduring affection. With its warm, pomegranate-like hue, garnet has long been associated with heartfelt connections that stand the test of time.
Garnet’s Modern Significance
Historically, garnets were exchanged between loved ones as talismans of safe travel and emotional grounding. Legends tell of warriors carrying them into battle and families passing them down as tokens of faith and remembrance. Today, garnet remains a favorite for honoring deep relationships, especially those rooted in family and legacy. Whether you're choosing it to mark a January birthday, celebrate a meaningful bond, or simply embrace its grounding energy, garnet offers a rich story layered with emotion and elegance.
Featured Piece: Rosecliff Garnet Stackable Ring
Looking for the perfect way to wear or gift a garnet? The Rosecliff Garnet Band is a timeless ring designed with eleven prong-set garnet gemstones in solid 14k gold. Its slim, tapered band (1.8 mm) makes it easy to stack. If you’d like to wear three of these rings together, we recommend sizing up ½ size for comfort. Like every HAVERHILL piece, it arrives beautifully packaged in our signature box and pouch — made to be worn today, and treasured always.
Need a different size later? We offer ring resizing and alterations, so your piece can grow with your life. Whether you need a minor adjustment or want to add to your personalized collection, we’re happy to help. Contact us to inquire about custom sizing or design updates.
February’s Amethyst: The Stone Of Serenity
February’s birthstone, amethyst, casts a spell of tranquil beauty with its violet and lavender hues. Cherished since ancient times, it has long been a symbol of royalty. But beyond its historical roots, amethyst symbolizes peace, spiritual clarity, and emotional balance.
Amethyst’s Modern Significance
Amethyst evokes the serene transition between winter and spring with shades ranging from soft lilac to rich royal purple. Many turn to it for emotional grounding. Whether passed down or gifted, amethyst jewelry is a gentle, everyday reminder to move through life with intention and grace.
Featured Piece: Greenwich Mini Flower Amethyst & Diamond Earrings
A perfect gift for February birthdays or lovers of purple gemstones, the Greenwich Mini Flower Amethyst & Diamond Earrings feature five round-cut amethysts surrounding a sustainably grown diamond, all set in 14K gold. The delicate floral-inspired design adds a hint of sparkle to everyday looks while offering the timeless appeal of handcrafted artistry. Pair with the Greenwich Flower Amethyst & Diamond Necklace for a coordinated gift set.
March’s Aquamarine: A Stone Of Clarity And Calm
Aquamarine’s ethereal blue hue evokes the stillness of ocean water: soft, luminous, and endlessly calming. Ranging from pale sky to deep sea tones, this gemstone has long symbolized clarity, serenity, and courage.
Aquamarine’s Modern Significance
For centuries, sailors carried aquamarine for protection, believing it would calm stormy seas and ensure safe passage. Today, it remains a meaningful choice for those seeking peace during life’s shifting tides. This gemstone is a thoughtful gift for anyone navigating a season of change or growth. Its soft shimmer feels timeless yet contemporary; an everyday reminder to breathe deep and stay grounded.
Featured Piece: Adelaide Aquamarine Bar Necklace
The Rosecliff Aquamarine Bar Adelaide Mini Necklace is a tribute to March birthdays. It’s crafted in 14K gold with eleven prong-set aquamarines resting along a 26 mm wide curved bar. Paired with our luxe mini paperclip chain, this design is lightweight, easy to layer, and sophisticated. It’s the perfect standalone piece, made in your choice of yellow or white gold.
What makes it even more meaningful? You can personalize it over time. With HAVERHILL’s Design Alteration Service, you can add additional birthstones, customize your chain length, or incorporate engraved letters, so your jewelry can evolve alongside you.
April’s Diamond & White Topaz: Symbols Of Strength And Clarity
Clear and captivating, April’s diamond and white topaz both reflect purity, focus, and enduring strength. While diamond dazzles with its unmatched brilliance and symbolism of everlasting love, white topaz offers a more subtle sparkle and is said to promote clarity, truth, and thoughtful decision-making. Together, these two gemstones beautifully represent April’s themes of resilience and fidelity.
April Birthstones’ Modern Significance
Traditionally gifted to celebrate lifelong bonds, diamonds are beloved for their strength and sparkle, but white topaz brings its modern charm. Known for its clear, refined shimmer, white topaz is often chosen for its gentle energy and symbolic encouragement of clarity and purpose.
Featured Piece: Letter & Diamond Pendant
The Letter & Diamond Pendant is a striking way to celebrate April birthdays or honor a loved one. Crafted in solid 14K gold, this substantial pendant features a cutout initial surrounded by a halo of twenty-seven sustainably grown diamonds. You can choose from several chain options, including Saffron Cable (1.35 mm), Adelaide Mini (2 mm), or Adelaide (3.2 mm). Alternatively, you can wear the pendant on your favorite chain. Pair it with other birthstone jewelry for a meaningful set, or let it shine solo as a daily keepsake.
May’s Emerald: A Gem Of Renewal And Growth
Rich and vibrant, May’s birthstone, emerald, captures the fresh vitality of spring. With its luxurious green hue, emerald has long symbolized rebirth, wisdom, and emotional clarity. Celebrated for its timeless elegance, emerald is a stone of new beginnings and deepening love, making it a powerful emblem for those born in this season of growth.
Emerald’s Modern Significance
Emerald is often gifted to mark milestones and honor enduring connections. Its vivid color and meaningful history make it a favorite for celebrating birthdays, motherhood, and personal transformation. As a symbol of renewal and emotional depth, emerald perfectly reflects May’s spirit of blossoming life and heartfelt bonds.
Featured Piece: Grand Emerald Stud Earrings
For a bold yet elegant statement, the Grand Emerald Stud Earrings feature luminous 6 mm briolette-cut emeralds bezel set in solid 14K white or yellow gold. They include 5 mm earring backs for secure, comfortable wear. Their striking color and sculptural shape make them an ideal May birthday gift, or a sophisticated way to layer with your favorite HAVERHILL styles.
June’s Moonstone & Alexandrite: Gems Of Intuition And Change
June is blessed with two mesmerizing birthstones: moonstone, soft, glowing iridescence, and alexandrite, a color-shifting gem that moves from teal to reddish-purple depending on the light. Both are deeply symbolic. Moonstone is linked to intuition and inner calm, while alexandrite represents transformation, balance, and the beauty of change.
June Birthstones’ Modern Significance
Moonstone is often chosen for its gentle energy, making it a beautiful token for emotional grounding and clarity. Alexandrite, rarer and more dramatic in color, reflects June’s dual nature: flexible, complex, and full of inner magic. Moonstone and alexandrite both remind us to trust our instincts and embrace our evolution.
Featured Piece: Newport Grand Moonstone Bracelet
The Newport Grand Moonstone Bracelet features glowing briolette-cut moonstones bezel set in solid 14K yellow or white gold. Lightweight yet eye-catching, its adjustable design ensures an elegant fit for everyday wear or special occasions. It contains 6 mm moonstones in adjustable lengths (12–16 stones, depending on bracelet size) and a lobster-claw clasp with a 0.5" extender. Pair with the Newport Grand Moonstone Necklace for a glowing, coordinated look that transitions effortlessly from day to night.
July’s Ruby: Gem of Passion and Courage
July’s birthstone, ruby, burns bright with energy and emotion. With its bold crimson hue, ruby has long symbolized love, vitality, and enduring passion. Its fiery brilliance has been admired for centuries as a stone of protection and power, making it a fitting emblem for those born in the heart of summer.
July Birthstone’s Modern Significance
Ruby’s striking red has long been a symbol of deep affection and life-force energy. It embodies the spirit of July: vibrant, bold, and full of heart. This gemstone makes a meaningful gift for birthdays, graduations, and moments of transformation.
Featured Piece: Warren Horizontal Ruby Ring With Diamonds
A showstopping option for July birthdays and milestone celebrations, the Warren Horizontal Ruby Ring with Diamonds features a horizontal emerald-cut ruby bezel-set in 14K gold, flanked by sixteen prong-set diamonds. With a wide, tapered band and split-shank silhouette, it’s substantial yet lightweight; flattering on any finger and perfect for stacking or standing alone. Classic, bold, and emotionally rich, this piece honors July’s unmistakable fire and flair.
August’s Peridot: A Gem Of Light And Balance
August’s birthstone, peridot, glows with a soft green hue touched by sunlight. With its warm yellow undertones, this gem has long symbolized harmony, healing, and emotional clarity. Ancient cultures believed peridot could protect the heart and foster peace, making it a perfect stone for those seeking renewal or connection.
Peridot’s Modern Significance
Peridot’s sparkle makes it ideal for marking birthdays, fresh starts, and reconciliations. It's said to encourage compassion and understanding, making it a thoughtful gift for relationships that center the heart and mind. Whether worn for symbolism or style, peridot’s unique glow adds a refreshing layer to any jewelry collection.
Featured Piece: Diamond Clover & Peridot Necklace
The Diamond Clover & Peridot Necklace blends symbolism and luxury, featuring a diamond-encrusted clover charm paired with a briolette-cut 4 mm peridot drop. The clover contains twenty-eight sustainably grown diamonds that are 1 mm each. Crafted in solid 14K gold and strung on a classic 1.17 mm chain with a lobster-claw clasp, this necklace balances charm and sophistication – a timeless piece with a touch of luck, designed to bring joy year-round.
September’s Sapphire: Stones Of Wisdom And Strength
September’s sapphire is a classic symbol of wisdom, integrity, and inner strength. Known for its deep blue hue and royal history, sapphire is thought to protect the wearer from harm while inspiring clarity and truth.
September Birthstones’ Modern Significance
Sapphire remains one of the most beloved birthstones, prized for its durability and rich meaning. Often given to honor honesty, loyalty, and lasting love, sapphire symbolizes wisdom and emotional depth. Its timeless allure makes it a cherished gift for celebrating meaningful milestones and deep connections.
Featured Piece: Rosecliff Sapphire Hoop Earrings
Celebrate September with the Rosecliff Sapphire Hoop Earrings, featuring sixteen round-cut sapphires prong-set in 14K yellow or white gold with a 20 x 21 mm setting. It includes 5 mm earring backs for a snug and secure fit. Lightweight and versatile, these earrings have a classic silhouette with a sapphire twist; perfect for those who love bold blue hues. They’re also wrapped in eco-friendly packaging that’s meant to be reused over and over again as a storage container. Every detail is crafted with intention and care, from our signature boxes to our fabric pouches. Our commitment to sustainability and ethics is woven into every part of the process, from 100% recycled metals to responsibly sourced gemstones.
October’s Pink Sapphire, Opal & Pink Opal: Stones Of Emotion And Light
October’s birthstones offer a soft, magical spectrum: pink sapphire, opal, and pink opal. Each is full of light and heartfelt energy. Pink sapphire is known for its connection to compassion and emotional balance, while classic opal reflects purity and hope with its ever-shifting iridescence. Pink opal adds a calming touch, believed to support emotional healing and peace of mind.
October Birthstones’ Modern Significance
Together, these stones create an ethereal palette. Often gifted to nurture self-love, healing, and emotional growth, October’s birthstones are perfect for mothers, daughters, and anyone moving through a meaningful transition. Whether chosen for their beauty or their symbolic strength, they serve as a reminder that vulnerability and grace can exist hand in hand.
Featured Piece: Rosecliff Pink Sapphire Stackable Ring
Designed with eleven prong-set 2 mm pink sapphires — a stunning alternative often used to represent October — this Rosecliff Pink Sapphire Stackable Ring is a perfect gift. Each sapphire is sustainably sourced, and the tapered gold band can be made in yellow or white gold. Lightweight and timeless, it pairs effortlessly with other HAVERHILL bands for a sparkly, personalized stack.
November’s Citrine: A Stone Of Joy And Abundance
Warm and golden, November’s citrine is often called “a gift from the sun.” Known for its radiant energy and connection to prosperity, citrine has long been associated with optimism, creativity, and personal power. It’s the kind of stone that feels like encouragement wrapped in light.
Citrine’s Modern Significance
Perfect for celebrating milestones like promotions, anniversaries, or new chapters, citrine is said to inspire clarity and unlock creative potential. Its sunny glow makes it a beloved gift for those beginning something new, or simply needing a bright reminder that joy is always within reach.
Featured Piece: Warren Citrine Pendant
The Warren Citrine Pendant showcases an emerald-cut, 10 x 8 mm bezel-set citrine in solid 14K gold. Whether worn with a classic Saffron cable chain or a modern Adelaide paperclip chain, this piece is timeless, versatile, and ready to honor a meaningful moment. If you’d rather purchase the pendant by itself to place it on your chain, that’s also an option! This is a heirloom-worthy gift that adds warmth and style to any collection.
December’s Blue Topaz & Turquoise: Stones Of Peace And Protection
December’s birthstones, blue topaz and turquoise, bring an incredible, tranquil energy to the year’s end. Blue topaz reflects serenity and inner calm, while turquoise, one of the world’s oldest gemstones, is highly regarded for its connection to wellness and fortune.
December Birthstones’ Modern Significance
Blue topaz is a favorite for its icy sparkle and soothing energy, often gifted to encourage reflection and emotional clarity. Turquoise, with its opaque sky-blue color, carries a grounding strength. Both are perfect for marking winter birthdays.
Featured Piece: Rosecliff Small Circle Nantucket Blue Topaz Ring
The Rosecliff Small Circle Nantucket Blue Topaz Ring features twelve round-cut 2 mm Nantucket blue topaz stones arranged in a radiant open-circle halo. The circle is 13 mm wide, and the tapered band is 1.8 mm thick. Crafted in solid 14K yellow or white gold, it’s a symbolic piece representing unity, eternity, and December’s calm beauty.
Final Thoughts
From fiery rubies to serene blue topaz, the meaning and beauty behind birthstones for each month offer a timeless way to celebrate life’s most personal moments. Whether selecting a gift or designing a piece that reflects your journey, exploring birthstone colors by month brings more profound meaning to every sparkle. At HAVERHILL, each piece is thoughtfully crafted in 100% recycled gold with sustainably sourced gemstones, so you can wear your story while caring for the planet we call home.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Birthstone Colors
What is a birthstone?
A birthstone is a gemstone traditionally associated with a specific month of the year, believed to carry meaning, protection, or good fortune for individuals born there. Beyond their beauty, birthstones are treasured for their personal stories – milestones, memories, and moments connecting generations.
How are birthstones determined?
The tradition of birthstones blends ancient lore with modern practice. While many stones have historical and cultural roots, the modern list was standardized in 1912 by the American National Retail Jewelers Association. Today’s birthstones are chosen not only for their symbolic meaning but also for their color, durability, and historical significance.
Are there alternative birthstones for each month?
Absolutely! While each month has an officially recognized birthstone, alternative stones often reflect regional, historical, or spiritual traditions. For example, June is commonly associated with alexandrite but includes moonstone and pearl. These options allow you to choose a gemstone that resonates personally for color, meaning, or generational significance.
How should I choose a birthstone?
The most meaningful pieces are the ones that tell your story. You might choose the birthstone for your child, partner, or a loved one who shaped your life. Many HAVERHIILL customers also layer multiple stones to represent their entire family. At the heart of it all, choose what feels true to you. Every HAVERHILL piece is designed in solid 14K gold and features genuine, sustainably sourced gemstones so you can wear your cherished piece daily.
Can I wear birthstones other than my own birth month?
Of course. Many people wear the birthstones of loved ones or choose stones that reflect significant dates, moments, or personal values. There’s no rulebook. Whether you’re building a layered stack or wearing a single stone with intention, birthstone jewelry is about what matters most to you.
How do I care for my birthstone jewelry?
To keep your HAVERHILL birthstone jewelry looking beautiful for years to come, clean it gently with warm water, mild soap, and a soft cloth or brush. Avoid harsh chemicals, cream-based cleaners, and ultrasonic devices. Always remove your jewelry during strenuous activities, and store it separately in a soft pouch or lined box to prevent scratching. With the proper care, your jewelry will remain a part of your family for generations.
