Did you know that every birth month has its own birthstone? From the deep red Siam Red of January to the turquoise Blue Zircon of December. Every month has a distinctive color and a symbolic meaning. But maybe you simply prefer a pink birthstone to the color associated with your birth month. That’s perfectly fine too!
Birthstones are a fun way to add a personal touch to your jewelry. Choose the color of your own birth month, your mother’s or your best friend’s, or simply go for the stone you think is the most beautiful.
At Just Good Jewellery, you’ll find birthstones in a variety of jewelry, including necklaces, bracelets, rings, and charms. And those little pops of color are easy to combine with your other favorites.
Which birthstone belongs to your month? We’ll show you all twelve colors, tell you more about their meanings, and give you fun ideas for wearing them.
What exactly is a birthstone?
A birthstone is the English name for a birthstone. Traditionally, different gemstones are associated with the twelve months of the year. Each stone has its own history and is traditionally associated with certain qualities or meanings.
For example, ruby, the traditional birthstone of July, symbolizes love and passion. And sapphire, which belongs to September, is often associated with loyalty and wisdom.
These meanings come from ancient traditions and stories. They are primarily symbolic: a stone does not automatically give you certain qualities or powers.
Today, birthstones are also featured in trendy jewelry. Colored crystals or fashion stones inspired by the colors of traditional birthstones are often used for this purpose.
At Just Good Jewellery, we mostly use stones from Preciosa. These are not natural rubies, sapphires, or diamonds, but fashion stones with beautiful colors and a brilliant sparkle.
This way, you can wear the color and symbolism of a birth month in jewelry that perfectly suits your style.
Which birthstone belongs to which month?
Curious about your birthstone? This overview shows the twelve colors we use at Just Good Jewellery, along with the traditional birthstones and their symbolic meanings.
| month | JGJ birthstone |
Color |
Traditional meaning |
| January | Siam Red | Deep red | Friendship and connection |
| February | Amethyst | Dark purple to purplish-red | Clarity and inner strength |
| March | Aquamarine | Light blue | Courage and harmony |
| April | Crystal | Clear and transparent | Strength and lasting love |
| May | Emerald | Emerald green | Growth and renewal |
| June | Light Amethyst | Light pink to light purple | Harmony and wisdom |
| July | Ruby | Ruby red | Love and passion |
| August | Peridot | Light green | Positivity and protection |
| September | Sapphire | Deep blue | Loyalty and wisdom |
| October | Rose | Pink | Hope and creativity |
| November | Topaz | Golden yellow | Warmth and prosperity |
| December | Blue Zircon | Turquoise/blue-green | Protection and balance |
The names in the second column are the color names JGJ uses for her birthstones. The meanings are based on the traditional birthstones of the respective months. Especially for June, October, and December, there are several traditional birthstones and meanings.
The meaning of your birthstone, from January to December
January – Siam Red: friendship and connection
Were you born in January? Then garnet is the stone for your month, a gemstone best known for its deep red color.
Garnet is traditionally associated with friendship, protection, and connection. A lovely thought when choosing a birthstone that means something personal to you.
At Just Good Jewellery, we use the color Siam Red for January. A striking red shade that looks great with gold-colored jewelry.
What about a small red birthstone charm on a delicate necklace? Or a ring with a red stone that you combine with a few minimalist rings?
February – Amethyst: clarity and inner strength
The traditional birthstone of February is amethyst. This gemstone is known for its purple color and is associated with clarity, inner strength, and protection.
For February, we use the color Amethyst at JGJ. On our charms, you’ll see a deep purplish-red shade that is just a little different from a standard purple stone.
This is a lovely choice, especially if you like wearing colorful jewelry.
Try, for example, a birthstone bracelet next to a minimalist link bracelet. This gives your arm party a beautiful pop of color.
March – Aquamarine: courage and harmony
Aquamarine is the birthstone of March. The name already brings to mind water, and this is reflected in the light blue-green shades of the natural gemstone.
Traditionally, aquamarine is associated with courage, harmony, and protection.
At JGJ, we use the color Aquamarine: a bright light-blue birthstone.
This color can look beautiful if you like subtle jewelry with a small colored detail.
A delicate necklace with a light-blue birthstone next to a slightly chunkier link chain? We think that’s a lovely combination.
April – Crystal: strength and lasting love
The traditional birthstone of April is diamond. This gemstone has been associated with strength, purity, and lasting love for centuries.
At Just Good Jewellery, we use the color Crystal for April. A bright, transparent stone with a beautiful sparkle.
The great thing about Crystal is that you can easily combine it with other jewelry colors.
A minimalist ring with a bright stone, for example, looks beautiful next to other rings. And a Crystal birthstone charm can add just that little bit of sparkle to your favorite necklace.
May – Emerald: growth and renewal
The birthstone of May is emerald. This gemstone is known for its beautiful green color and is traditionally associated with growth, renewal, and love.
At JGJ, we use the color Emerald: a deep, bright green shade.
And green may not be the first color you think of when it comes to jewelry, but that’s exactly why it can be so much fun!
A green birthstone ring next to gold-colored rings makes a beautiful combination. Or choose a charm with Emerald if you like adding a bolder pop of color to your necklace.
June – Light Amethyst: harmony and wisdom
June is a special month because, traditionally, several birthstones belong to it: pearl, moonstone, and alexandrite.
These stones are traditionally associated with harmony, wisdom, and change, among other things.
At Just Good Jewellery, we use the color Light Amethyst for June. This is a light pink to soft purple shade.
So it has a completely different look from the white pearl you see for June in some birthstone overviews.
We especially love this color in a minimalist necklace or ring. But it also looks beautiful next to other gold-colored jewelry.
July – Ruby: love and passion
Were you born in July? Then ruby belongs to your month.
Ruby is known for its intense red color and traditionally symbolizes love, passion, and courage.
For July, we use the color Ruby at JGJ. A bright ruby-red shade that immediately catches the eye.
If you like jewelry with a little color, this can be a lovely birthstone.
Think of a Ruby ring that you combine with minimalist rings. Or choose a round birthstone charm to wear on a necklace.
August – Peridot: positivity and protection
The birthstone of August is peridot. You’ll recognize this gemstone by its light green to yellow-green color.
Peridot is traditionally associated with positivity, protection, and renewal.
At Just Good Jewellery, we use the color Peridot. A fresh, bright green shade that has a completely different look from the deeper Emerald of May.
That difference is exactly what makes it fun when you like playing with different colors.
A Peridot charm on a necklace can, for example, look beautiful next to a minimalist pendant. Or choose a birthstone bracelet that you combine with your other favorite bracelets.
September – Sapphire: loyalty and wisdom
Sapphire is the traditional birthstone of September.
Although natural sapphires occur in different colors, the deep blue variety is the best known. Sapphire is traditionally associated with loyalty, wisdom, and sincerity.
At JGJ, we use the color Sapphire, a striking blue shade.
Blue can combine beautifully with both gold-colored and silver-colored jewelry.
A minimalist ring with a Sapphire stone can, for example, be a lovely detail in your ring combination. Or wear a blue birthstone on a necklace that you combine with another link.
October – Rose: hope and creativity
October traditionally has two well-known birthstones: opal and tourmaline.
Opal is known for its unique play of colors and is often associated with hope and inspiration. Tourmaline comes in different colors and is associated with creativity, among other things.
For October, we use the color Rose at Just Good Jewellery. A beautiful, bright pink shade.
Perhaps one of the loveliest colors if you like wearing jewelry with a playful detail.
We think a pink birthstone in a flower-shaped charm is a lovely idea, for example. Or choose a minimalist ring with a pink stone if you want to add a little more color to your jewelry.
November – Topaz: warmth and prosperity
November has two well-known traditional birthstones: topaz and citrine.
Citrine is known for its yellow to orange shades. Topaz comes in different colors, but in birthstone traditions it is often associated with warm yellow and golden shades.
Both stones are symbolically associated with warmth, prosperity, and positive energy.
At Just Good Jewellery, we use the color Topaz for November, a warm golden-yellow shade.
And that color, of course, looks beautiful with gold-colored jewelry.
A Topaz birthstone charm can be a lovely addition to a delicate necklace. Or choose a bracelet with a golden-yellow stone if you like combining different bracelets.
December – Blue Zircon: protection and balance
December has several traditional birthstones, including turquoise, tanzanite, and zircon.
These include different blue and blue-green shades. Traditionally, these stones are associated with protection, balance, and peace.
At JGJ, we use the color Blue Zircon. A bright turquoise to blue-green shade that immediately catches the eye.
Do you like colorful jewelry? Then this is a lovely color to combine with.
Think, for example, of a birthstone ring next to minimalist gold-colored rings. Or wear a Blue Zircon charm on a necklace with a bolder link.
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What birthstone jewelry is available?
The great thing about birthstones is that you can wear the color in different ways.
At Just Good Jewellery, you’ll find necklaces, bracelets, rings, and charms with birthstones, among other items. This way, you can choose how much color you want to add to your jewelry.
A birthstone necklace for a personal touch
A delicate necklace with a birthstone is lovely if you like minimalist jewelry.
But you can also easily combine such a necklace with a different style. Think of a short necklace with a small colored stone and a slightly longer link chain underneath.
By choosing different lengths, you ensure that every necklace remains clearly visible.
A birthstone bracelet to combine
Do you like wearing several bracelets at once? Then a bracelet with a birthstone is a lovely addition.
For example, combine a delicate birthstone bracelet with a link bracelet or bangle.
The colored stone gives your arm party a playful detail without you having to wear several pieces of jewelry with stones right away.
A birthstone ring with a beautiful pop of color
With a birthstone ring, you can have a lot of fun playing with color.
For example, choose a Sapphire ring if you like blue, or a ring with Emerald if you like wearing green details.
Combine it with a few minimalist rings or, on the other hand, with a bolder style.
By the way, they don’t all have to be the same color. Combining different shapes and details is exactly what makes your ring combination personal.
A birthstone charm: choose your favorite shape
With a birthstone charm, you can create a lovely personal combination yourself.
At Just Good Jewellery, we offer round birthstone charms in various designs, as well as flower-shaped charms with a coloured stone in the centre.
A round charm with a refined border has a different look than a minimalist round design. And the flower-shaped charm is perfect if you like playful details.
Choose your own birth month, someone else's, or simply the colour you like best.
Check which charms and combinations are actually available for your chosen piece of jewellery.
Giving a birthstone as a gift? That's a lovely idea!
A piece of jewellery with a birthstone also makes a lovely gift.
You're not just choosing any necklace, ring or bracelet, but can add a detail that corresponds to her birth month.
For your mother
How about a necklace with the birthstone of her birth month?
Or choose the colour of her child's birth month. When a piece of jewellery is suitable for multiple charms, you can also see if you can combine different birth months.
For your best friend
Do you know her jewellery style well? Then a birthstone is a lovely way to add something personal to it.
If she likes wearing minimalist jewellery, choose a delicate necklace with a small stone, for example. If she loves striking jewellery, a birthstone ring or a larger combination might suit her better.
For your sister or daughter
A birthstone bracelet or a necklace with a coloured stone can be a lovely surprise for her birthday, graduation, or just because.
Look mainly at the jewellery she likes to wear herself. A personal colour is lovely, but of course, the piece of jewellery must also suit her style.
As a new baby gift
Want to surprise a new mother? Then you can choose a piece of jewellery with the birthstone of her baby's birth month.
A lovely idea for a gift that is still wonderful to wear after the birth.
Can you also choose a different birthstone from your own birth month?
Of course!
Maybe you were born in February, but you like the light green Peridot of August much better. Or maybe the pink Rose of October perfectly matches the colours you like to wear.
Then you'll simply choose that colour, won't you?
A birth month gives a birthstone a personal meaning, but it remains a beautiful piece of jewellery, of course.
And maybe you want to wear someone else's colour. Your mother's, your partner's or your best friend's. That also makes your choice personal.
Which birthstone suits you?
From the deep red Siam Red to the bright Blue Zircon: every month has its own colour at Just Good Jewellery.
You can choose the symbolism of your birth month, but just as well the colour you think is most beautiful. And whether you choose a minimalist necklace, a ring with a coloured stone or a lovely birthstone charm, it is precisely those small details that give your jewellery combination something unique.
So, will it be your own birth month or do you secretly have another favourite?
