Birthstone Chart

January	Garnet	Thought to originate from the Latin and refers to a possible resemblance to Pomegranate seeds. Increases powers of resistance and fotifies willpower.
February	Amethyst	From Greek meaning ‘Not Drunken’. According to mythology it inspires fairness, a sense of beauty, and helps overcome pain of grief and loss.
March	Aquamarine	Derived from sea-water and said to engender a spirit of hope and a promise of better things to come.
April	Diamond	From the Greek ‘Adamas’ meaning indomitable. Thought to protect the wearer from evil and ill health.
May	Emerald	Dedicated to Venus, the goddess of love. Said to protect seafarers from drowning, and promotes harmony and justice.
June	Pearl/ Moonstone	Emblem of nobility and thought by some Scotsmen to ensure a faithful lover when worn next to the heart. Also represents motherhood.
July	Ruby	Thought to prolong youth and ensure a long life.
August	Peridot	From the Arabic ‘Faridat’ meaning precious stone. Thought to strengthen the nerves, and promotes independance.
September	Sapphire	Represents purity of the soul and mirrors the blue of heaven. Thought to protect the owner from captivity, and promotes an inner calmness.
October	Opal/ Rose Quartz	Symbol of hope and good luck promotes harmony, compassion and romance.
November	Topaz	Derived from Sanskrit ‘Tapas’ meaning fire. Thought to ward off epilepsy and asthma and to cure insomnia.
December	Turquiose/ Zircon	Popularised by its use in Egypt nearly 5,000 years ago. Said to guarantee the fidelity of those in love, and helps promote self-confidence.