July Traditional Gem(s): Ruby Modern Gem(s): Ruby, Carnelian The ruby is traditionally linked with protection and harmony. This birthstone has been mined since ancient times, and boasts a spectacular beauty.

August Traditional Gem(s): Sardonyx Modern Gem(s): Peridot Peridot was commonly linked with protection against evil and night terrors, as well as a gem that enhanced properties of healing drugs.

September Traditional Gem(s): Sapphire, Lapis Modern Gem(s): Sapphire The sapphire has been linked with faith and purity, as well as foresight. It was thought that stronger sparkle of gem, more faithful and honest wearer.

October Traditional Gem(s): Tourmaline Modern Gem(s): Opal, Tourmaline The opal has been linked to purity, hope and innocence. This gem has also been linked to healing forces, friendship and emotion, so it has experienced its fair share of folklore over years.

November Traditional Gem(s): Citrine Modern Gem(s): Yellow Topaz, Citrine Topaz was once linked with sanity, healing, and life, as well as being connected to strength by ancient Greeks. This stone has even been linked to an ability to make wearer invisible in dangerous situations.

December Traditional Gem(s): Zircon, Turquoise, Lapis Lazuli Modern Gem(s): Blue Topaz, Turquoise Turquoise was once linked to happiness, fortune and luck, making it a very popular gem in centuries gone by.

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