Birthstone: a stone for each month.
Ancient beliefs, philosophies, and religions have since time immemorial sought in gems and precious stones an ancestral meaning, referring not only to the mineral properties of the stone but also to its powers linked to time, lunar phases, and the time of year.
The craze for Birthstones, literally "stones of birth," was however endorsed by the American Jewellers Association, Jewelers of America, which created a special calendar with a stone dedicated to each month of the year. The purpose? To gift the most fitting stone to every newborn, or, why not, also to all adults who believe in the enchanting power of gems!
Let us discover all the birthstones together!
JANUARY: Garnet
The stone of energy and physical and spiritual strength. It is the stone of heroes, symbol of courage, perseverance, and vitality.
FEBRUARY: Amethyst
A stone with purple violet vibrations, suitable for meditation. It has the power to calm the mind.
MARCH: Aquamarine
A transparent blue, reminiscent of the seas of exotic lands. Aquamarine activates the throat Chakra, aiding communication with others and with oneself.
APRIL: Diamond
The stone among stones, shining with its own light. It has the power to awaken the soul and connect us to our spiritual path. It creates wisdom and broadens self-mastery.
MAY: Emerald
One of the seven treasures of Buddhism, linked to wisdom. The emerald, with its deep green, is considered the most powerful talisman of love, luck, and health. It is a strong aid for the heart. We discussed it in this post.
JUNE: Alexandrite
A chameleon stone, changing its shades depending on the light. It is one of the rarest gems in the world. It grants balance and self-esteem, has renewing powers, and helps achieve one’s goals.
JULY: Ruby
The queen of stones, sacred to the sun, symbol of fire. It is a stone of deep red, linked to blood, the heart, and passion. It grants vitality and heart health. We discussed it in this post.
AUGUST: Peridot
A blend of all the greens found on Earth: it is a silicate of magnesium and iron. It is a healing and renewing stone, with calming powers on the heart plexus. It rebalances the endocrine glands.
SEPTEMBER: Sapphire
The blue stone, with fascinating transparency. It is linked to wisdom and spiritual experience, it purifies and produces calm and serenity.
OCTOBER: Tourmaline
There are as many as seven varieties: the black one is the most powerful. It seems to be a symbol of light and cheerfulness, able to protect against nightmares. It has pain-relieving and energising properties, and is connected to the First Chakra.
NOVEMBER: Topaz
A deep yellow, like gold: Topaz symbolises luxury, wealth, generosity, and strength. It is considered the "crystal of power", often worn by the most powerful rulers in history.
DECEMBER: Tanzanite
A blue with violet reflections, like winter skies. Tanzanite opens the "third eye" and expands psychic powers, brings relief, and aids the most sincere communication.
The stone of my birth month is the emerald. And you? What is your birthstone?
See you here very soon, with many new curiosities.
