What Is My Birthstone? Meanings & Gemstone Jewellery Guide | Lapis London

A Complete Guide to Birthstones & Their Meanings

Birthstones have been cherished for centuries, each one carrying its own unique meaning, symbolism and natural beauty. Whether chosen for their energetic properties, personal significance or simply their aesthetic appeal, birthstones offer a meaningful way to celebrate your story or honour someone special. Discover the gemstones connected to each month and explore the deeper meanings behind them.

At Lapis London, we believe gemstones carry meaning as well as beauty — supporting intention, balance and a sense of wellbeing. Explore the months below to find your birthstone and let its energy guide your daily intentions.

💎 January Birthstones

◆ Garnet — Love & Friendship

Garnet is energising and invigorating, promoting passion, success, and emotional balance.

◆ Rose Quartz — Love & Wellbeing

Rose Quartz nurtures compassion, emotional healing, and harmony in relationships.

💎 January Birthstone Jewellery

💎 February Birthstone

◆ Amethyst — Calm & Protection

Amethyst is deeply soothing, helping to calm the mind and ease stress.

💎 February Birthstone Jewellery

💎 March Birthstone

◆ Aquamarine — Happiness & Tranquility

Aquamarine brings clarity, calm, and emotional balance.

💎 March Birthstone Jewellery

💎 April Birthstones

◆ Clear Quartz — Health & Harmony

Clear Quartz enhances clarity and amplifies energy.

◆ Herkimer Diamond — Strength & Harmony

Herkimer Diamond supports attunement and motivation.

💎 April Birthstone Jewellery

💎 May Birthstones

◆ Emerald — Love & Wellbeing

Emerald symbolises truth, love, loyalty, and emotional wellbeing. It promotes harmony in relationships and inner peace.

◆ Green Onyx — Strength & Protection

Green Onyx supports grounding, strength, and emotional healing.

💎 May Birthstone Jewellery

💎 June Birthstones

◆ Moonstone — Emotional Balance & Protection

Moonstone is linked to intuition, emotional balance, and new beginnings.

◆ Pearl — Tranquility & Good Fortune

Pearl symbolises purity, wisdom, and calm, bringing peace and good fortune.

💎 June Birthstone Jewellery

💎 July Birthstone

◆ Ruby — Confidence & Vitality

Ruby boosts energy, passion, and confidence, and is believed to attract good fortune.

💎 July Birthstone Jewellery

💎 August Birthstone

◆ Peridot — Friendship, Happiness & Health

Peridot brings harmony, restful sleep, and emotional balance, helping to release negativity.

💎 August Birthstone Jewellery

💎 September Birthstones

◆ Sapphire — Wisdom & Tranquility

 Sapphire promotes wisdom, emotional balance, and peace of mind.

◆ Lapis Lazuli — Truth & Wisdom

Lapis Lazuli enhances intuition, truth, and self‑expression.

💎 September Birthstone Jewellery

💎 October Birthstones

◆ Opal — Balance & Inner Peace

Opal is nurturing and calming, helping balance emotions and encourage inner peace.

◆ Tourmaline — Love & Compassion

Tourmaline protects against negativity and supports emotional healing and compassion.

💎 October Birthstone Jewellery

💎 November Birthstones

◆ Citrine — Success & Happiness

Citrine radiates positivity, abundance, and joy.

◆ Topaz — Wellbeing & Abundance

Topaz supports clarity, confidence, and emotional wellbeing.

💎 November Birthstone Jewellery

💎 December Birthstones

◆ Tanzanite — Optimism & Inspiration

Tanzanite supports transformation, inspiration, and personal growth.

◆ Turquoise — Wellbeing & Good Fortune

Turquoise is a powerful protective stone believed to bring emotional balance and good fortune.

💎 December Birthstone Jewellery

✨ Final Thoughts

Birthstones offer a beautiful way to celebrate your unique story or honour someone special. Whether you’re drawn to their meanings, their colours, or their natural energy, each gemstone carries its own magic. Explore our full range of gemstone jewellery here: Shop the Birthstone Collection and discover the piece that resonates with you or makes the perfect meaningful gift.