| Birthstones |
| Birthstones are precious or semiprecious gems symbolizing the month of a person's birth. There has been a traditional list dating back many centuries. Recently (during the 20th Century), this has been updated to reflect more modern times and tastes in gems and jewellery generally. |
| January | |||||
| Garnet | Deep Red | ||||
| Rose Quartz | |||||
| February | |||||
| Amethyst | Purple | ||||
| March | |||||
| Aquamarine | Pale Blue | ||||
| April | |||||
| Diamond | White, Clear | ||||
| May | |||||
| Emerald | Deep Green |