Get To Know 12 Types Of Beautiful And Meaningful Birth Stones

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JAKARTA - Are you familiar with the term birthstones? So this is a gemstone which represents the month of birth of a person. It can also be a guide for choosing the type of stone when you want to buy jewelry such as rings, necklaces, or earrings. Not only different types and colors, these rocks are believed to have their own meaning, you know. Believe it or not believe it, but you may first check what stones are in accordance with your birth month.

January - Garnet

Garnet is a dark red gemstone, similar to pomegranate seeds. This type of stone is believed to represent trust and friendship.

February - Amethyst

Also known as amethyst, amethyst has a beautiful purple color. This stone symbolizes nobility, belief, intuition, and high spirituality.

March - Bloodstone

In ancient times, this stone used to be carried by soldiers during war because it was said to be able to stop bleeding just by touching it. In addition, bloodstones are also believed to increase one's strength and help with anxiety.

April - Diamond

The ancient Greeks and Romans believed that this diamond was the tears of the gods and was a fragment of a star that fell to the earth. Diamond symbolizes wisdom, generosity, and can be calming.

May - Emerald

This elegant green emerald is considered a symbol of love and youth. The owner of this stone is believed to increase his intelligence and memory.

June - Pearl

Pearl aka pearl is generally cream or white. It is very beautiful when it is assembled into jewelry and looks luxurious and elegant when used. Pearls themselves are a symbol of purity, loyalty and wealth.

July - Ruby

According to legend, the owner of this ruby will always be overflowing with wealth, success, health and wisdom. The owner will always be blessed with good luck and can live in peace.

August - Peridot

This stone is believed to give charm to the owner and ward off evil spirits. In ancient times, this stone used to be used as a talisman in order to be free from the interference of evil forces at night.

September - Sapphire

For thousands of years, sapphire has been the most famous and precious stone. This stone, which is generally blue, symbolizes truth, sincerity and loyalty.

October - Opal

The ancient Greeks believed that opals could make the wearer able to see the future, you know! However, this stone is also a symbol of hope, purity, and protects the owner from disease.

November - Topaz

This type of topaz birthstones is believed to increase strength and intelligence, thereby driving away sadness. Even in ancient times it was commonly used to treat asthma, insomnia, and burns.

December - Turquoise

This blue-green stone is believed to protect the wearer from injury and provide strength. The Apache tribes in America believe that this stone can help fighters and hunters to target precisely.