January
Garnet
Color: Deep red
Traditional symbolism: Protection, friendship, trust
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Find each month's traditional birthstone and learn about its history, color, durability, symbolism, and care.
Birthstones by Month
A tradition dating back centuries: discover the meaning, history, and beauty behind the gem associated with each birth month.
February
Amethyst
Color: Purple
Traditional symbolism: Clarity, tranquility, wisdom
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Aquamarine
Color: Pale blue
Traditional symbolism: Courage, loyalty, friendship
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Diamond
Color: Colorless/white
Traditional symbolism: Eternal love, strength, invincibility
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Emerald
Color: Rich green
Traditional symbolism: Rebirth, foresight, good fortune
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Pearl / Alexandrite
Color: White / color-changing
Traditional symbolism: Purity, wealth, imagination
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Ruby
Color: Vivid red
Traditional symbolism: Passion, vitality, courage
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Peridot / Spinel
Color: Olive green / various
Traditional symbolism: Strength, truth, harmony
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Sapphire
Color: Deep blue
Traditional symbolism: Wisdom, loyalty, nobility
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Opal / Tourmaline
Color: Iridescent / various
Traditional symbolism: Hope, creativity, inspiration
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Topaz / Citrine
Color: Golden orange / yellow
Traditional symbolism: Warmth, joy
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Tanzanite / Turquoise
Color: Violet-blue / cyan
Traditional symbolism: Transformation, success, peace
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