Gemstones are not just beautiful pieces of sparkly jewelry, they are also a wonderful way of showing one’s individuality. Gemstones come in two categories-precious and semi-precious and although considered jewels, not all of them are derived from minerals. The most attractive aspect of gemstones is their brilliant colors due to their ability to absorb light.

The most popular gemstones come in the form of birthstones. Each stone corresponds to the month of a person’s birth and each gem has a personal meaning for the wearer. In ancient times, all gemstones were considered magical especially for the wearer. Here are the most common birthstones and their meanings.
January (garnet) symbolizes friendship and fidelity.
February (amethyst) symbolizes serenity and intuition.
March (aquamarine) symbolizes courage, creativity and perception.
April (diamond) symbolizes innocence and eternity.
May (emerald) symbolizes love, success and happiness.
June (pearl) symbolizes faith, charity and peace.
July (ruby) symbolizes nobility and contentment.
August (peridot) symbolizes married happiness and luck.
September (sapphire) symbolizes clear thinking, wisdom and serenity.
October (opal) symbolizes hope, purity and health.
November (topaz) symbolizes courage, fidelity and wisdom.
December (blue zircon) symbolizes success, luck and prosperity.