January – Garnet

For babies born in January, the garnet is the perfect gem to represent their birthstone. This beautiful red stone symbolizes peace, prosperity and good health. It is said that it has the power to give the wearer eternal happiness, health and wealth.

February – Amethyst

For individuals with February birthdays, the amethyst makes for a cheerful birthstone. This month is often cold, dark and short for many people around the world, so the amethyst—which is often associated with qualities of peace, courage and stability—is the right gem for individuals who need a little extra warmth and strength this time of year.

March – Aquamarine

For the lucky individuals born in March, stare into the calm blue waters of aquamarine. Which symbolise of preserving or enhancing the health of the wearer. And health is the greatest gift of all.

April – Diamond (Clear Topaz)

For those in April, the most prized gemstone of all is their birthstone. For this month, diamonds truly are a girl’s best friend but also a higher price point so we have a super sparkly clear topaz instead. Clear topaz is a crystal of confidence and positive intent, and is excellent for those building careers and for generating financial success.

May – Emerald

May birthdays fall right in the heart of spring, and the emerald is the perfect gem to symbolize and celebrate this month. It is prized for its brilliant and beautiful green color. Since antiquity, emerald has been a symbol of spiritual awareness, protection, love, and wisdom. Ancient Romans and Greeks believed it to be the representative of the Goddess Venus. Hence, they perceived this gemstone as a conveyor of hope and love.

June – Pearl and Moonstone

For June babies we have a choice of two stones, pearl and moonstone. Pearls are the ultimate symbol for wisdom. Valued for their calming effects, pearls represent serenity, while being able to strengthen valuable relationships and convey a sense of safety. Pearls also symbolize purity, as well as integrity and loyalty. We also have a larger pearl option with our Strata little leaf necklace. To learn more about moonstone scroll along to October.

July – Ruby

Ruby, the king of precious gems, is the birthstone for fortunate folks born in July. Symbolic of the passion and energy associated with the color red, the vibrant ruby is said to bring love and success.

August – Peridot

Peridot is associated with strength and balance, it is believed to bring peace, health and rest – by harmonizing the mind and body. It is also thought to boost creativity and improve your mood.

September – Sapphire (Iolite)

September’s birthstone is the sapphire—a precious gem which is of a higher price point. We choose to represent Sapphire with the beautiful blue of Iolite. Spiritually, iolite meanings are rather significant. The stone is known as the 'Vikings' Compass' and carries the spirit of journey, dreams, intuition, exploration and illumination. Many people think of iolite as a guiding stone that helps you to move both physically and spiritually from one realm into another.

October – Opal (Moonstone)

Opal is a beautiful but fragile stone that is not suitable for this design so we choose an equaling iridescent stone that is the moonstone. A gem for intuition, balance, and wishes, Moonstone helps channel one's feminine side. ... Linked with the crown, third eye, and heart chakras, Moonstone calms and relieves stress while releasing love of all kinds. Moonstone is a powerful gem that can mean a lot of things with its diverse healing effects.

November – Citrine

Citrine attracts wealth, prosperity and success. It imparts joy, wonder, delight and enthusiasm. Raises self-esteem and self-confidence. Stimulates the brain, strengthening the intellect. Citrine promotes motivation, activates creativity and encourages self-expression.

December – Turquoise

Turquoise, the captivating sea-green stone of the ancients, represents wisdom, tranquility, protection, good fortune, and hope. Ancient peoples believed in its profound power to protect, as well as its tranquil energy and its association with enduring love.