August 15, 2024

Unique Birthstone Jewellery Gifts for Every Month

Birthstone jewellery is a timeless and meaningful way to celebrate special occasions and loved ones. Each month of the year is represented by a unique gemstone, each natural gemstone charged with deep meaning.

At bluboho, we offer a stunning collection of handcrafted birthstone pieces that blend raw and refined aesthetics, perfect for celebrating life's significant moments. Let's look at the birthstone for each month and the powerful symbolism behind each one.

Why Birthstone Jewellery makes the Perfect Gift

Birthstone jewellery makes a beautiful and meaningful gift that is made to last a lifetime. Each birthstone has a unique symbolic meaning, making it an ideal present for birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, and other special occasions. The personal touch of birthstones imparts an extraordinary significance and add a sprinkle of meaningful charm to these pieces..

Birthstone Jewellery by Month

January: Garnet

Meaning and Significance

Garnet has been cherished since ancient times for its deep, rich red color and is often associated with protection, friendship, trust, commitment, and love. Historically, garnet was believed to keep the wearer safe during travel, symbolizing a guiding light in darkness. Garnet's connection to the zodiac sign Aquarius (Jan 20 - Feb 18) is rooted in its ability to promote loyalty and honesty, traits that resonate with the Aquarian spirit of innovation and community.

Historical Connection to Aquarius

In ancient traditions, garnets were exchanged as tokens of trust and affection, aligning perfectly with the Aquarian values of friendship and social bonds. The stone was thought to have protective properties, warding off negativity and ensuring safe journeys, much like the forward-thinking and protective nature of Aquarius.

Here's something interesting:

  • Garnets have been used in jewellery since the Bronze Age, signifying their long-standing appeal.
  • In medieval times, garnets were believed to cure depression and protect against nightmares.

bluboho Featured Piece:
Pear Garnet January Mood Birthstone Charm: This exquisite charm in 10k yellow gold beautifully showcases the rich hue of garnet, perfect for those born in January.


Check out our Aquarius Collection for more stunning pieces.

The "pear garnet January Mood Birthstone Charm" by bluboho is a delicate gold pendant, showcasing a teardrop-shaped garnet gemstone. It features a minimalist design with a thin 10k yellow gold loop for attaching to a chain. The faceted cut of the red garnet enhances its sparkle beautifully.


February: Amethyst

Meaning and Significance:
Amethyst, with its calming violet hue, symbolizes peace, clarity, and spiritual growth. This stone has been linked to sobriety and mental clarity since ancient Greece, where it was believed to prevent intoxication. Amethyst is connected to the zodiac sign Pisces (Feb 19 - Mar 20), reflecting the Piscean traits of compassion, artistic intuition, and deep emotional connection.

Historical Connection to Pisces:
Ancient Greeks and Romans believed amethysts protected against drunkenness and enhanced mental clarity, aligning with Pisces' desire for clarity and emotional balance. The stone was also used as a protective talisman, embodying the Piscean trait of empathy and protection for others.

Close-up of a person wearing a gold chain necklace and holding the bluboho pear opal October mood birthstone charm in 10k yellow gold, which features four teardrop-shaped pendants with different colored gems: red, blue, white, and green. The person is dressed in a lace-trimmed top.
Here's something interesting:

  • Amethyst was a favorite of ancient Egyptian royalty and used in burial rituals.
  • The stone's name comes from the Greek word "amethystos," meaning "not intoxicated."

bluboho Featured Piece:
Pear Amethyst February Mood Birthstone charm  infuses your favorite necklaces with the magic and wisdom within you by adding this charming piece, designed to effortlessly fit over most necklaces.

Browse our Pisces Collection for more exquisite options.

March: Aquamarine

Meaning and Significance:
Aquamarine, with its serene blue color, symbolizes tranquility, courage, and clarity. It has been associated with the sea and believed to protect sailors and ensure safe passage across stormy waters. Aquamarine is connected to the zodiac sign Pisces (Feb 19 - Mar 20), reflecting the Piscean traits of empathy, artistic intuition, and deep emotional connections.

Historical Connection to Pisces:
In ancient lore, aquamarine was believed to be the treasure of mermaids, used by sailors as a talisman for good luck and protection. This aligns with Pisces' intuitive and protective nature, making aquamarine a perfect birthstone for those born under this sign.

Here's something interesting:

  • Aquamarine was often used in ancient amulets to protect against harm.
  • The name aquamarine comes from the Latin words "aqua" meaning water and "marina" meaning sea.
The aquamarine mini mood ring from bluboho, crafted in 10k yellow gold and featuring a round pale blue aquamarine gemstone, is displayed on a white surface. The ring casts a soft shadow diagonally across the background, highlighting its minimalistic and elegant design.


bluboho Featured Piece:
Aquamarine Mini Mood Ring: This elegant ring in 14k yellow gold showcases the calming beauty of aquamarine, ideal for those born in February.


Check out our Aries Gift Guide to see all of our pieces available.

April: Diamond

Meaning and Significance:
Diamonds, renowned for their brilliance and durability, symbolize eternal love, strength, and invincibility. Historically, diamonds were believed to bring courage and clarity to their wearers. Diamond is connected to the zodiac sign Aries (Mar 21 - Apr 19), reflecting the Aries traits of boldness, determination, and leadership.

Historical Connection to Aries:
In ancient times, diamonds were worn as talismans to provide strength and protection in battle, aligning with Aries' courageous and assertive nature. The clarity and fire of diamonds also resonate with Aries' passion and drive.

Here's something interesting:

  • Diamonds are the hardest natural substance on Earth.
  • The name "diamond" comes from the Greek word "adamas," meaning unbreakable.

bluboho Featured Piece:
Large Moonglade Hoops: the large moonglade hoops are a show stopping iteration of our iconic moonglade hoops, encrusted with dazzling rose-cut diamonds with an inner radiance that mirrors that of moonbeams dancing over water. 

Close-up of a woman's ear adorned with multiple bluboho earrings. There is a Large Moonglade Hoop with a small star on the upper part of the ear, and a line of three diamonds in a drop earring dangling below. The woman's hair is dark and slightly damp against her skin.
Browse our Taurus Collection for more beautiful pieces.

May: Emerald

Meaning and Significance:
Emerald, with its vibrant green hue, symbolizes rebirth, renewal, and prosperity. It has been cherished since ancient times for its beauty and believed to bring growth and harmony. Emerald is connected to the zodiac sign Taurus (Apr 20 - May 20), reflecting the Taurus traits of stability, loyalty, and a love for nature.

Historical Connection to Taurus:
Ancient Egyptians valued emeralds for their lush green color, associating them with fertility and rebirth. This connection aligns with Taurus' grounding and nurturing nature, making emeralds a perfect birthstone for those born under this sign.

Here's something interesting:

  • Cleopatra was known for her love of emeralds and used them in her royal adornments.
  • The name "emerald" comes from the Greek word "smaragdus," meaning green gem.

bluboho Featured Piece:
Emerald Eye Serpent the14k recycled gold revival snake cuff ring is set with emeralds, forming green eyes that seem to ask you: what do you need to shake off so you can expand your horizons?  

Check out our Gemini Collection for more grounding and nurturing options.

June: Pearl & Moonstone

Meaning and Significance:
June's birthstones symbolize purity, loyalty, and wisdom. Pearl represents simplicity and integrity, alexandrite signifies creativity and imagination, and moonstone is associated with inner strength and growth.

Historical Connection to Gemini:
In ancient cultures, pearls were considered the tears of the gods and were believed to bring wisdom and calm. This connection aligns with Gemini's intellectual and communicative nature, making pearls a perfect birthstone for those born under this sign.

Here's something interesting:

  • Pearls are the only gemstones created by living organisms, specifically oysters and mollusks.
  • The name "pearl" is derived from the Latin word "perna," meaning leg, due to the leg-of-mutton shape of an open mollusk shell.

bluboho Featured Piece:

Sofia Perla Threader Earring: These delicate earrings highlight the vibrant beauty of pearls, perfect for those born in July.

 

Close-up of a person's ear adorned with multiple earrings, including a small hoop, a stud with a sparkling gem, a blue and gold huggie, and the sofia perla threader earring from bluboho featured as the dangling pearl earring attached to a thin 14k yellow gold chain. The person's hair is styled in neat braids.

Check out our Cancer Collection for more stunning pieces.


July: Ruby

Meaning and Significance:
Ruby, with its fiery red color, symbolizes passion, vitality, and protection. It has been cherished since ancient times for its beauty and believed to bring energy and courage to its wearers. Ruby is connected to the zodiac sign Cancer (Jun 21 - Jul 22), reflecting the Cancerian traits of loyalty, emotional depth, and protective instincts.

Historical Connection to Cancer:
In ancient cultures, rubies were considered the "king of gems" and believed to protect warriors in battle, aligning with Cancer's protective and nurturing nature. The stone's vibrant energy also resonates with Cancer's emotional intensity and passion.

Here's something interesting:

  • Rubies were used in ancient crowns to symbolize power and protection.
  • The name "ruby" comes from the Latin word "ruber," meaning red.

August: Peridot 

Meaning and Significance:
Peridot, with its vibrant green color, symbolizes healing, happiness, and harmony. It has been cherished since ancient times for its beauty and believed to bring good fortune and protection. Peridot is connected to the zodiac sign Leo (Jul 23 - Aug 22), reflecting the Leo traits of confidence, creativity, and warmth.

Historical Connection to Leo:
In ancient cultures, peridots were believed to be the tears of Pele, the Hawaiian goddess of fire and volcanoes. This aligns with Leo's fiery and dynamic nature, making peridots a perfect birthstone for those born under this sign.

Here's something interesting:

  • Peridots have been used in jewellery since ancient Egypt and were called the "gem of the sun."
  • The name "peridot" is derived from the Arabic word "faridat," meaning gem.

bluboho Featured Piece:
Green Peridot Five Stone Mood Ring the peridot five stone ring, adorned with vibrant green gemstones, subtly reflects the profound power of your resilience and ongoing growth.


Check out our Leo Collection for more options.


September: Sapphire

Meaning and Significance:
Sapphire, with its deep blue color, symbolizes wisdom, royalty, and protection. It has been cherished since ancient times for its beauty and believed to bring clarity and insight to its wearers. Sapphire is connected to the zodiac sign Virgo (Aug 23 - Sep 22), reflecting the Virgo traits of intelligence, practicality, and loyalty.

Historical Connection to Virgo:
In ancient cultures, sapphires were believed to protect against envy and harm, aligning with Virgo's protective and analytical nature. The stone's clarity and depth also resonate with Virgo's intellectual pursuits and attention to detail.

bluboho Featured Piece:
The Tie-Dye Moonchild Medallion Ring is coloured by a skyscape of star-set sapphires, the hues of which vary from piece to piece— making each ring as unique and as magical as the one who wears it.

tie dye moonchild medallion ring - 14k yellow gold, blue sapphire Jewelry in person


Browse our Virgo Collection for more stunning pieces.

October: Opal 

Meaning and Significance:
Opal, with its vibrant play of colors, symbolizes creativity, inspiration, and hope. It has been cherished since ancient times for its beauty and believed to bring emotional balance and protection. Opal is connected to the zodiac sign Libra (Sep 23 - Oct 22), reflecting the Libra traits of balance, harmony, and artistic expression.

Historical Connection to Libra:
In ancient cultures, opals were considered to hold the power of all gemstones due to their multicolored hues, aligning with Libra's desire for balance and harmony. The stone's vibrant energy also resonates with Libra's artistic and creative nature.

Here's something interesting:

  • Opals have been used in jewellery for centuries, believed to bring good luck and protection.
  • The name "opal" comes from the Sanskrit word "upala," meaning precious stone.

bluboho Featured Piece:
Pink Opal Diamond Heart Mood Charm: This beautiful charm showcases the delicate beauty of pink opal, perfect for October birthdays.

A close-up of a person's neck wearing three layered gold necklaces. The shortest necklace features a small gemstone, the middle one showcases bluboho's pink opal diamond heart mood charm made with 10k yellow gold, pink opal, and diamonds, and the longest one has elongated chain links.

Check out our Libra Collection for more exquisite options.

November: Citrine & Topaz

Meaning and Significance:
Topaz, with its warm golden color, symbolizes strength, healing, and clarity. It has been cherished since ancient times for its beauty and believed to bring warmth and joy to its wearers. Topaz is connected to the zodiac sign Scorpio (Oct 23 - Nov 21), reflecting the Scorpio traits of passion, intensity, and transformation.

Historical Connection to Scorpio:
In ancient cultures, topaz was believed to have healing powers and protect against harm, aligning with Scorpio's transformative and protective nature. The stone's vibrant energy also resonates with Scorpio's passion and intensity.

Here's something interesting:

  • Topaz has been used in jewellery for centuries, believed to bring good fortune and strength.
  • The name "topaz" comes from the Sanskrit word "tapas," meaning heat or fire.

bluboho Featured Piece:

A close-up of a person's arm adorned with four bluboho bangles. One bangle is the dream state bangle in 14k yellow gold with blue enamel and small gold stars, while the other three are plain gold. The person is wearing a cream-colored textured fabric with embroidered details.

Cosmic Love Bangle is formed in solid 14k recycled yellow gold set with baguette and star-set round diamonds for a celestial and ornate bangle that elevates your awareness of the enormity of love moving through us all.  

December: Blue Topaz, Tanzanite, & Turquoise

Meaning and Significance:
Turquoise, with its vibrant blue-green color, symbolizes protection, wisdom, and good fortune. It has been cherished since ancient times for its beauty and believed to bring peace and balance to its wearers. Turquoise is connected to the zodiac sign Sagittarius (Nov 22 - Dec 21), reflecting the Sagittarius traits of optimism, adventure, and philosophical thinking.

Historical Connection to Sagittarius:
In ancient cultures, turquoise was considered a sacred stone and used in protective amulets, aligning with Sagittarius' adventurous and protective nature. The stone's calming energy also resonates with Sagittarius' optimistic and philosophical outlook on life.

Here's something interesting:

  • Turquoise has been used in jewellery for thousands of years, believed to bring good luck and protection.
  • The name "turquoise" comes from the French word "turquois," meaning Turkish, as the stone was originally brought to Europe through Turkey.

bluboho Featured Piece:
Coastal Nomad Five Stone Mood Ring: This stunning ring features multiple gemstones, perfect for December birthdays. Browse our Sagittarius Collection for more exquisite pieces.

What to Consider When Choosing a Birthstone Gift

Choosing a birthstone gift is a thoughtful way to celebrate a special occasion, and it shows a deep understanding of the recipient's personal story and the unique significance of who they are. Here are some important considerations to keep in mind when selecting the perfect birthstone gift:

  • Personal Style and Preferences:
    Consider the recipient's personal style and jewellery preferences. Do they prefer necklaces, bracelets, earrings (or all of the above)? Knowing what they would love to add to their collection can help you choose the perfect gift that is created with love and intention for everyday wear. 
  • Quality and Authenticity:
    Ensure the birthstone is of high quality and authenticity. At bluboho, we specialize in offering ethically sourced, high-quality gemstones. Each piece is handcrafted to highlight the natural beauty and unique characteristics of each individual stone.
  • Meaning and Significance:
    Understand the meaning and significance of the birthstone. Each gemstone carries unique properties and symbolism that can add a deeper layer of meaning to the gift. For example, garnets symbolize protection and trust, while sapphires represent wisdom and royalty.
  • Occasion and Timing:
    Consider the occasion for which you are giving the birthstone gift. Whether it's a birthday, anniversary, graduation, or another one of life's most meaningful moments, timing can enhance the significance of the gift. At bluboho we have created jewellery to help you tell your life's journey through your stack. 
  • Customization and Personalization:
    Personalizing the gift can make it even more special. Look for options to customize the piece with engravings, initials, or additional gemstones that represent other important aspects of the recipient's life.
  • Ethical and Sustainable Practices:
    Choose a jeweler that values ethical and sustainable practices. At bluboho, we are committed to responsible sourcing and sustainability, ensuring that each piece of jewellery is crafted with care for both people and the planet.
  • Versatility and Wearability:
    Think about how the recipient can incorporate the birthstone jewellery into their everyday wardrobe. Versatile pieces that can be dressed up or down are often more appreciated and worn frequently. At Bluboho, our refined jewellery is made for everyday luxury.

A birthstone gift is not only beautiful but also deeply meaningful and cherished by everyone. At bluboho, we offer a wide range of handcrafted birthstone jewellery that combines elegance with personal significance, making it the perfect choice to mark life's most precious moments.

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Birthstone jewellery is a wonderful way to commemorate your birth month and makes a thoughtful gift for family members and friends. Whether it's a simple necklace or a statement pair of earrings, there are many stunning pieces to choose from. The rich, bold colors of the gemstones themselves paired with the deep symbolism behind each birthstone make for a meaningful addition to anyone’s jewellery collection.

If you need help picking out a piece of birthstone jewellery, one of our jewellery experts would be happy to assist you. Visit bluboho for beautiful and meaningful birthstone jewellery and curated gift guides with a little something for everyone in your life. 

Written by Caleigh McMullan