January – Garnet
Meaning: Love • Strength • Protection
Deep crimson sparkle for bold beginnings. Garnet is traditionally worn to steady the heart and energise fresh starts.
Birthstone Jewellery Guide
Birthstone Jewellery Guide
Adorn your story. Birthstones have carried meaning for centuries—symbols of luck, love, strength and protection. At Magpie Gems, we handcraft keepsakes in nickel-free 925 sterling silver (with optional 24k gold or 18k rosegold plating) set with radiant Austrian crystals, ethically sourced in Europe and made in Ireland. Use this guide to find your month’s stone (or a loved one’s) and choose a gift that sparkles with purpose.
Why Choose Birthstone Jewellery?
- Personal & meaningful: A gift that speaks to a birthday, milestone or memory.
- Everyday elegance: Delicate designs in sterling silver for effortless wear.
- Gift-ready: Presented in our signature box with message card and polishing cloth.
February – Amethyst
Meaning: Calm • Clarity • Balance
Lavender to violet hues that soothe the spirit. Amethyst is linked with tranquility, insight and mindful moments.
March – Aquamarine
Meaning: Serenity • Courage • Safe Travels
Sea-blue shimmer that whispers of clear horizons. Aquamarine is a gentle talisman for calm confidence and new journeys.
April – Diamond (Crystal)
Meaning: Purity • Strength • Forever Love
Brilliant white sparkle that never dates. Our Austrian crystal captures April’s iconic clarity for bright, everyday elegance.
May – Emerald
Meaning: Renewal • Hope • Prosperity
Lush green tones to celebrate growth and grace. Emerald is a symbol of fresh beginnings and heartfelt connection.
June – Pearl / Alexandrite
Meaning: Grace • Intuition • Transformation
From pearl’s soft glow to alexandrite-inspired colour play, June honours inner wisdom and beautiful change.
July – Ruby
Meaning: Passion • Confidence • Vitality
Fiery scarlet for fearless hearts. Ruby is worn to spark joy, courage and a love that shines out loud.
August – Peridot
Meaning: Positivity • Protection • Growth
Sunny lime greens that radiate optimism. Peridot is a cheerful companion said to invite good fortune.
September – Sapphire
Meaning: Wisdom • Loyalty • Serenity
From midnight to cornflower blue, Sapphire symbolises clarity, devotion and a calm, steady heart.
October – Opal / Tourmaline
Meaning: Creativity • Hope • Joy
At Magpie Gems, we represent October’s stones with Rose (Opal’s soft glow) and Vitrail Medium (Tourmaline’s playful colour). A celebration of imagination and harmony.
November – Topaz / Citrine
Meaning: Abundance • Warmth • Gratitude
Golden honey tones that brighten every day. November’s stones are worn to welcome joy and prosperity.
December – Turquoise / Blue Zircon / Tanzanite
Meaning: Protection • Joy • New Vision
From sky blue to electric indigo, December’s palette celebrates bright spirits, safe travels and hopeful horizons.
Quick Birthstone Reference
| Month | Birthstone | Meaning | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | Garnet | Love, Strength, Protection | Shop → |
| February | Amethyst | Calm, Clarity, Balance | Shop → |
| March | Aquamarine | Serenity, Courage, Safe Travels | Shop → |
| April | Diamond (Crystal) | Purity, Strength, Forever Love | Shop → |
| May | Emerald | Renewal, Hope, Prosperity | Shop → |
| June | Pearl / Alexandrite | Grace, Intuition, Transformation | Shop → |
| July | Ruby | Passion, Confidence, Vitality | Shop → |
| August | Peridot | Positivity, Protection, Growth | Shop → |
| September | Sapphire | Wisdom, Loyalty, Serenity | Shop → |
| October | Opal / Tourmaline | Creativity, Hope, Joy | Shop → |
| November | Topaz / Citrine | Abundance, Warmth, Gratitude | Shop → |
| December | Turquoise / Blue Zircon / Tanzanite | Protection, Joy, New Vision | Shop → |
How to Choose a Birthstone Gift
- Match their style: Minimal pendant, sparkling stud, or a delicate bracelet for layering.
- Mark the moment: Add a name disc or initial for birthdays, graduations or new beginnings.
- Pick the metal: Classic sterling silver, or choose 24k gold/18k rosegold plating to suit their wardrobe.
Curious which stone resonates with your star sign? Explore our Zodiac Birthstones guide for sign-by-sign matches.
Care & Cleaning
To keep your birthstone jewellery shining, store it dry and polish gently with the included cloth. Avoid perfumes and lotions directly on the piece, and remove before showering or swimming.
