Birthstones 2026: Full Calendar + Meanings + Jewelry

Each month of the year is associated with a birthstone. Gifting jewelry with someone's birth month stone is a unique and meaningful gesture.

To choose the ideal piece of jewelry for any occasion, consult our guide What Jewelry to Give for Every Occasion. And to discover the virtues of each stone in detail: Complete Guide to Natural Stones 2026.

Where Does the Birthstone Tradition Come From?

The tradition of associating a stone with each month of the year dates back to antiquity, but it was in the early 20th century that the list became standardized internationally, particularly thanks to the American Jewelers Association. Some civilizations already had their own correspondences: Persian and Ottoman astrologers already associated certain stones with zodiac signs, a tradition still found today in oriental jewelry.

2026 Birthstone Calendar

January — Garnet

• Color: Deep red to burgundy
• Virtues: Passion, vitality, love, energy, grounding
• Symbolism: Stone of fidelity and lasting friendship

February — Amethyst

• Color: Soft to deep purple
• Virtues: Spirituality, intuition, calm, protection, sleep
• Symbolism: Stone of wisdom and temperance
• Our jewelry: Amethyst Jewelry Collection

March — Aquamarine

• Color: Pale blue-green, evokes the sea
• Virtues: Calm, courage, communication, protection for travelers
• Symbolism: Stone of sailors, talisman of protection for travel

April — Clear Quartz (or Diamond)

• Color: Transparent, clear
• Virtues: Purity, clarity, amplification of positive energies
• Symbolism: Stone of light and truth

May — Emerald (or Malachite)

• Color: Intense green
• Virtues: Growth, renewal, love, hope
• Symbolism: Stone of spring and rebirth

June — Moonstone (or Pearl)

• Color: Pearly white, bluish reflections
• Virtues: Femininity, intuition, cycles, emotional balance
• Symbolism: Stone of the moon and inner tides
• Our jewelry: Pearl Jewelry Collection

July — Ruby (or Carnelian)

• Color: Bright, fiery red
• Virtues: Passion, courage, vitality, protection
• Symbolism: Stone of fire and life
• Our jewelry: Carnelian Jewelry Collection

August — Peridot (or Onyx)

• Color: Luminous olive green
• Virtues: Joy, abundance, protection, healing
• Symbolism: Stone of the sun and light
• Our jewelry: Black Onyx Jewelry Collection

September — Sapphire (or Lapis Lazuli)

• Color: Deep blue
• Virtues: Wisdom, loyalty, truth, intuition
• Symbolism: Stone of royalty and divine wisdom

October — Opal (or Tourmaline)

• Color: Iridescent, multicolored
• Virtues: Creativity, inspiration, hope, transformation
• Symbolism: Stone of the rainbow and magic

November — Topaz (or Citrine)

• Color: Golden yellow to orange
• Virtues: Joy, abundance, confidence, solar energy
• Symbolism: Stone of gratitude and prosperity

December — Turquoise (or Tanzanite)

• Color: Blue-green, color of the winter sky
• Virtues: Protection, communication, wisdom, balance
• Symbolism: Stone of protection and travel
• Our jewelry: Turquoise Jewelry Collection

Month Stone vs. Chosen Stone: What to Do If You Don't Like Yours?

Tradition often offers an alternative stone for each month — precisely because not everyone resonates with the official stone. There's no obligation to stick strictly to it: many people prefer to choose a stone based on its aesthetics or symbolism rather than the calendar. The birthstone remains an ideal entry point for a first piece of jewelry to give, but it is never an obligation.

Multi-Stone Jewelry: Family and Couples

An increasingly popular trend is to combine the birthstones of several loved ones on a single piece of jewelry — a necklace or bracelet bearing the stone of each child, or that of two partners side by side. This type of custom creation requires a setting designed to accommodate multiple stones without visually unbalancing the whole: solid 925 sterling silver is particularly well suited as it allows for multiple settings without weakening the structure. For this type of personalized project, do not hesitate to contact us directly to discuss a suitable creation.

Gifting a Birthstone: Our Advice

• Prioritize solid 925 sterling silver: The setting lasts as long as the stone — see Why Choose 925 Sterling Silver Jewelry?
• Choose the appropriate shape: Ring, necklace, bracelet depending on preferences
• Verify authenticity: Certified natural stone, 925 hallmark — our authenticity page

Birthstones and Men's Jewelry

Birthstones are not just for women. For men, dark stones and characterful stones are particularly suitable:

• Black Onyx (August) — see Men's Black Onyx Rings
• Tiger's Eye — see Men's Tiger's Eye Rings
• Carnelian (July) — energy and determination
• Turquoise (December) — protection and wisdom

Discover all our models in our guide Men's 925 Sterling Silver Rings — 50 Models.

Our Collections by Stone

• Amethyst Jewelry — February
• Carnelian Jewelry — July
• Black Onyx Jewelry — August
• Turquoise Jewelry — December
• Tiger's Eye Jewelry
• Mother of Pearl Jewelry — June
• Sultanite Jewelry — rare color-changing stone

Each piece is certified 925 sterling silver, verifiable on our authenticity page.

Discover our complete collection of 925 sterling silver and natural stone jewelry.