UK Birthstones Guide by Month
What is a birthstone? A birthstone is a specific precious or semi-precious gemstone tied to a specific month. Each gemstone has differing meanings, making their application in jewellery perfect for birthday gifts. From simple stud earrings to complex bespoke ring commissions, we design, craft, set and finish all types of birthstone for clients, delivering Worldwide. The following guide gives a brief overview of the different birthstones available. Variations exist depending on your country of origin, but the examples below relate to UK tradition.
March Birthstone - Aquamarine
Aquamarine is the birthstone for March. Part of the Beryl family, Aquamarines provide clear, light blue crystals in a wide range of blues. From very pale blue to a deeper blue, the value of Aquamarine increases with a deeper blue. The very best type of Aquamarine is referred to as Santa Maria.
Featured example, Bespoke 18ct White Gold, Bespoke, 9ct Emerald Cut Aquamarine ring with 4 claw setting.
April's Birthstone - Diamond
Diamond is the birthstone for April. For anyone born in April, they have the perfect gemstone for their birthday and also one of the most expensive! This clear gemstone the most durable gemstone of all. Available in all sizes and shapes, colours and clarity grades.
Featured example, Lila solitaire Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum.
August's Birthstone - Peridot
The birthstone for August is Peridot. This gemstone quality mineral derives from Olivine which suggests the distinctive moss-like colour of the gem. Variations in colour range from yellow to brownish-green. Peridot and its mineral Olivine are strongly associated with volcanic sources. The colour of Olivine results from Iron within the crystal.
Month | Birthstone | Additional Gemstones |
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January | Garnet | Rose quartz, red jasper |
February | Amethyst | Onyx, moonstone |
March | Aquamarine | Bloodstone, jasper |
April | Diamond | Rock crystal, sapphire |
May | Emerald | Chrysoprase, green tourmaline |
June | Pearl | Alexandrite, moonstone |
July | Ruby | Carnelian, onyx |
August | Peridot | Sardonyx, spinel |
September | Sapphire | Lapis lazuli, peridot |
October | Opal | Pink tourmaline, aquamarine |
November | Topaz | Citrine, turquoise |
December | Turquoise | Tanzanite, zircon |