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Since the Middle Ages, man believed in the beneficial power and effect of precious stones. References to the special birthstones even appeared in the Bible. After all, some people believed that each month of the year was connected to a specific precious stone. In Exodus, the second book of the Bible, the birthstones also symbolises the 12 tribes of Israel. Whatever the case may be, in 1912 the stones were officially recorded by a jewellery association in the US. And to this day, it is still an extremely personal gesture to surprise your lover with her own meaningful and colourful precious stone.
- What are the 12 birthstones?
- January birthstone: garnet
- February birthstone: amethyst
- March birthstone: aquamarine
- April birthstone: diamond
- May Birthstone: emerald
- June birthstone: moonstone
- July birthstone: ruby
- August birthstone: peridot
- September Birthstone: sapphire
- October birthstone: opal
- November birthstone: citrine
- December birthstone: topaz
- What is their general and individual meaning?
- When do you give a birthstone?
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What are the 12 birthstones?
- January: garnet
- February: amethyst
- March: aquamarine
- April: diamond
- May: emerald
- June: moonstone
- July: ruby
- August: peridot
- September: sapphire
- October: opal
- November: citrine
- December: topaz
What is the meaning of the birthstone?
Regardless of whether you believe in their beneficial effect or not: giving birthstones as a gift is choosing a personal gift. And especially when you have the jewellery custom-made.
Read more about types of precious stones and their meaning here
The diamond is the birthstone of April, but also the ultimate stone with which to ask your loved one to marry you. The most beautiful symbol to promise your partner eternal and indestructible fidelity!
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When do you give a birthstone?
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