Precious and semi-precious stones (or gemstones) are related to the months of the year, the signs of the Zodiac, and even the days of the week!
Historically, the birthstones assigned to each month related to the stones appearing on the breastplate of a Jewish high priest, Aaron (brother of Moses). Traditional and modern birthstones are, however, open to interpretation based on different cultures, and the characteristic colours of the stones.
Birthstones signify, symbolise, personalise and bring meaning. The wearing of birthstones is thought to bring balance and further cosmic powers…
| Birth Month | Gemstones* | Colour | Meaning / Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | Garnet | Deep Red | Faith, Love, Courage, Serenity, Success |
| February | Amethyst | Purple | Protection, Calming, Clarity |
| March | Aquamarine | Very Pale Blue | Creativity, Self Expression, Courage, Clarity, Hope |
| April | Quartz Crystal, White Topaz, White Sapphire, Diamond | White, Clear | Eternal Love, Romance, Courage, Calming, Healing, Vitality |
| May | Emerald, Aventurine | Green | Health, Prosperity, Fertility, Faithfulness |
| June | Moonstone, Pearl, Labradorite | Light Purple | Purity, Innocence, Love, Compassion, Intuition, Fortune |
| July | Ruby, Garnet | Red | Courage, Strength, Serenity, Success |
| August | Peridot, Prehnite, Prasiolite | Light Green | Calming, Healing, Protection, Peace |
| September | Blue Sapphire, Lapis Lazuli | Deep Blue | Purity, Wisdom, Faith, Loyalty, Serenity |
| October | Pink Tourmaline, Opal, Rose Quartz | Pink | Healing, Hope, Innocence, Creativity, Clarity, Love |
| November | Citrine, Yellow Topaz | Yellow | Intellect, Positivity, Prosperity, Success, Happiness |
| December | Blue Topaz, Turquoise | Blue | Health, Healing, Protection, Positivity |
* Semi-precious stones feature throughout the Spirit Jewellery range – a good place to look is at our Spirit Stone necklaces, which make great gifts .
Chakras are energy centres within the human body which help to regulate all of its processes – from organ function to the immune system, as well as emotions and healing. There are 7 chakras positioned throughout the body, from the base of the spine to the crown of the head. Each chakra has its own vibrational frequency and corresponding colour. Certain semi-precious stones and crystals can help to balance this energy within the body, thereby facilitating physical, spiritual and overall wellbeing.
Chakra | Colour | Energy / Function / Emotion / Healing | Semi-Precious Stones* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crown Chakra | Violet | Understanding, Cosmic Consciousness, Enlightenment | Herkimer Diamond, Quartz Crystal, Amethyst, Iolite |
| Third Eye Chakra | Indigo | Clairvoyance, Intuition, Psychic Senses | Amethyst, Iolite, Moonstone, Lapis Lazuli |
| Throat Chakra | Blue | Communication, Creativity, Healing | Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Blue Topaz, Aquamarine |
| Heart Chakra | Green | Love, Hope, Compassion | Aventurine, Green Tourmaline, Peridot, Amazonite |
| Solar Plexus Chakra | Yellow | Energy, Vitality, Desire / Power | Citrine, Topaz, Rutilated Quartz |
| Sacral Chakra | Orange | Sexuality, Intimacy, Emotions | Citrine, Moonstone, Ruby |
| Base Chakra | Red | Security, Grounding, Survival Instinct | Garnet, Ruby |
* These semi-precious stones feature throughout the Spirit Jewellery range, including a dedicated range of Chakra bracelets.
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