There are a total of 20 different birthstones in 12 months. Have you wondered if your birth month has multiple birthstones? And which one of those birthstones can be your lucky charm? Explore a list that tells you the months with multiple birthstones and how lucky you are if you were born in March, June, August, October, November, or December.
- March- Aquamarine & Bloodstone
- June- Pearl, Alexandrite & Moonstone
- August- Peridot & Spinel
- October- Opal & Tourmaline
- November- Topaz & Citrine
- December- Turquoise, Tanzanite & Zircon
MARCH – Aquamarine & Bloodstone
There are two birthstones you can choose from in March, which are Aquamarine and Bloodstone.
Aquamarine can be acknowledged to be a birthstone that is mainly used to represent March. Its color varies from deep greenish blue to clear blue as the appearance of the sea. With its reputation for protecting one’s well-being.
Symbolism: Purity of spirit, Purity of soul
Another birthstone for March is Bloodstone. While Aquamarine has the appearance of greenish blue color that shows purity, Bloodstone has the color of opaque dark green with red splatter. This red spot/splatter on the stone is the significant appearance of the Bloodstone. There are several historical myths that are related to Bloodstone. However, the majority of the myths lead to the conclusion that the Bloodstone has the symbolism of being strong and encouraging oneself.
Symbolism: Courage, Success, Good health
JUNE- Pearl, Alexandrite & Moonstone
If you were born in June or December, you are even more special than any other month because you get to choose out of three different birthstones! June has three multiple birthstones which are Pearl, Alexandrite, and Moonstone. Let’s take a look at what these birthstones can mean to you.
Pearl is a traditional birthstone representing the month of June. And Pearl has a very wide range of selection in its colors. With its most classic color being white, there are other pearls you can choose from such as black, gray, yellow, orange, pink, lavender, green, blue, and many more.
The organic pearl gems can be found inside the tissues of living saltwater or freshwater mollusks such as oysters and mussels. However, in recent years, these organic (natural) pearls are very hard to find. Most of the pearls are now cultivated on pearl farms.
Symbolism: Purity, Longevity, Innocence, Wealth
Alexandrite’s colors can be changed depending on the lighting. It will show bluish green color in daylight but also purplish red in an incandescent light setting. In addition, if you were born in June and would like to wish to have luck and intellect for your birthstone, Alexandrite is the right one for you.
Symbolism: Luck, Prosperity, Intellect
Photo: Robert Weldon/GIA.edu
Another June birthstone that also has symbolism of luck is Moonstone. One special key feature about the Moonstone is that it has a blue sheen layered on top of the body color. While the finest Moonstones possess a colorless, semi-transparent to perfect clarity with a blue sheen layered on top, there are many other different base body colors that the Moonstone can possess. These body colors include blue, white, green, yellow, pink, gray, purple, orange, and brown.
Symbolism: Good luck
AUGUST- Peridot & Spinel
If you were born in August and have trouble getting a good night’s sleep, Peridot is the one for you. Based on the study from GIA, the Peridot is also known to be used for centuries as a protective talisman, acting as a shield from evil spirits such as “terrors of the night.” In addition, when Peridot is set in gold, it is said that it will give protection to the wearer from nightmares and provide restful sleep throughout the night.
One of the symbols that the Peridot has is peacefulness and it is known as the stone of compassion. It is said that the Peridot will calm anger by giving renewal to all things. Peridot’s color appearance is yellowish green to the bright green color of nature. And due to this appearance, it can be commonly mistaken for other gemstones such as green topaz and emerald.
Symbolism: Harmony, Good health, Restful sleep, Peacefulness
Photo: Robert Weldon/GIA.edu
Another birthstone for August is Spinel. Unlike Peridot which has a greenish color as a base, the Spinel comes in a variety of colors. These colors include intense red, vibrant pink, orange, purple, violet, blue and bluish green. Despite a wealth of colors for the Spinel, red is known to be a generally desired color by people. And because of this fact, the Spinel was commonly mistaken as to be Rubies often. Based on the study by GIA, one of the most famous historic events is that the Ruby on the Imperial State Crown of the United Kingdom, worn by Queen Elizabeth during the coronation, turned out to be the Spinel. But most people had believed that the gemstone was Ruby. This red Spinel is thought to be a remedy for blood loss and inflammatory diseases, which can lead to longevity with good health.
Symbolism: Great passion, Devotion, Longevity
Photo: GIA.edu
While the Peridot and the Spinel have different appearances, they both carry similar beliefs which are believed to ease anger and promote harmony. In addition, the Spinel is known to reduce forgetfulness and empowers intellectual power to the wearer.
OCTOBER- Opal & Tourmaline
October is not only the months with multiple birthstones but also these birthstones have endless color combinations. Especially the Opal, which can be viewed as having all colors for its special characteristics, was once believed to embody the virtues and powers of all colored stones.
Its uniqueness in multi-colored kaleidoscopic colors, also known as the play of color, is considered the Opal’s signature phenomenon out of all the other gemstones. In the ancient Greeks, it was believed that the Opals presented the gift of prophecy and protection from disease.
Symbolism: Purity, Hope, Truth
Photo: Robert Weldon/GIA.edu
Tourmaline is also known to have endless color combinations. Just like Opal, the Tourmaline has multiple colors in one crystal. In addition, one uniqueness about Tourmaline is that different colors of tourmaline are believed to have their own different meanings and healing properties.
- Black Tourmaline- Give protection and a sense of self-confidence
- Pink Tourmaline- Love, Compassion, Gentleness
- Green Tourmaline- Courage, Strength, Stamina
Symbolism: Reconciliation, Compassion
NOVEMBER- Topaz & Citrine
Although November is a month with multiple birthstones with Topaz and Citrine, these two birthstones have common beliefs of having the ability to calm energies while bringing fortune and warmth.
Topaz has various hues including colorless, light blue, orange, yellow, violet, pink, brown, and red. However, the red hue is rarely found.
Symbolism: Longevity, Beauty, Intelligence, Wisdom, Wealth
Citrine has the color transparency from saturated yellow to orange and to orange-red.
Symbolism: Creativity, Fortitude, Self-control
DECEMBER- Turquoise, Tanzanite & Zircon
As mentioned in June, June and December are two months with multiple birthstones. In December, there are three birthstones you can choose from which are Turquoise, Tanzanite, and Zircon. If your preference of color falls from blue to green, you have a wide range of selections from these three birthstones. Whether you choose Turquoise, Tanzanite, or Zircon, you will have the luck to be successful and to have good health.
Turquoise is known to be a semi-translucent to opaque gem that ranges from intense blue to green.
Symbolism: Success, Guaranteeing health, Good fortune
Tanzanite’s color can be seen to have a darker hue than Turquoise. It is known to be found relatively in recent years compared to the other. With its deep and saturated color, this birthstone has the nickname “velvety” and the color ranges from violet blue to bluish violet and violet.
Symbolism: Accomplishment, Dignity, Truth, Judgment, Longevity
As December is one of the months with multiple birthstones, the last birthstone for December is called Zircon. Unlike Turquoise and Tanzanite which have darker hues in the color ranges, this Zircon has a broader color palette to choose from such as blue, red, yellow, orange, brown, and green.
Symbolism: Success, Peace, Wisdom, Wealth, Good health
Photo: Robert Weldon/GIA.edu
Were you able to learn about how lucky you are or your loved ones? In this blog, I’ve only discussed those months with multiple birthstones. But in total, there are 20 birthstones in 12 months. It is believed that one’s birthstone can act as a lucky charm. And if they were born in the months with multiple birthstones, you get to have fun by exploring the birthstones with them! Wishing someone’s best luck is one way to show your love towards the person.
