A gift that incorporates birthstones is a thoughtful one for a mother or grandmother, especially when a new baby has come into
family. And of course, they make great birthday presents! January Traditional Gem(s): Garnet, Rose Quartz Modern Gem(s): Garnet The garnet was once thought to be connected with blood. This stone is supposed to protect wearer from nightmares and offer guidance through dark.February Traditional Gem(s): Amethyst, Onyx Modern Gem(s): Amethyst The folklore attached to he amethyst associates it with sobriety, tranquility, protection and peace. This birthstone as also been linked to improving skin and preventing baldness, as well as protection from deceit.
March Traditional Gem(s): Bloodstone Modern Gem(s): Aquamarine The aquamarine has been linked to making of new friends as well as affection and love, hope and health. This stone was once also thought to protect those at sea.
April Traditional Gem(s): Diamond Modern Gem(s): Diamond One of most popular gems throughout history, diamonds are linked to love, eternity, and strength.
May Traditional Gem(s): Emerald, Chrysoprase Modern Gem(s): Emerald The emerald was once linked to health and curing of ailments, as well as being associated with ability to see in to future, giving them an almost bewitching, magical reputation.
June Traditional Gem(s): Alexandrite Modern Gem(s): Pearl, Moonstone The pearl has been linked with chastity and modesty, making it something of an angelic, pure birthstone. It is also linked to successful and happy marriages.
