Birthstones Guide

Creating jewellery that is associated to a loved one’s birth month is increasing in popularity. Above is a simple guide to which gemstones are recognised in the UK as birthstones for months.

January: Garnet comes in a range of colours including greens, reds and oranges.

February: Amythest can come in a deep purple to much lighter in colour

March: Aquamarine 

April: Diamond, including coloured diamonds

May: Emerald 

June: Pearl, Moonstone and Alexandrite 

July: Ruby

August: Peridot

September: Sapphire, coming in a range of different colours

October: Opal (including Fire Opal) and Tourmaline 

November: Topaz. Traditionally Imperial Topaz but now commonly includes Blue Topaz

December: Tanzanite. Turquoise was traditionally used. 

Posted: Monday 17 November 2025