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Why are some birthstones different?
Traditionally each month is associated with one birthstone but you will find some months have multiple birthstones. This fact does create some confusion but the multiple options for some months was created in order to allow more affordable options in addition to the traditional more expensive stones.
What color are all the birthstones?
Birthstone Chart
| Birthstone Month | Traditional Birthstone | Birthstone Colors |
|---|---|---|
| January | Garnet | Dark red |
| February | Amethyst | Violet |
| March | Bloodstone | Dark green or pale blue |
| April | Diamond | Clear |
What month has the most expensive birthstone?
April
Diamond (April) The priciest and most prized of all the birthstones, those born in April have the double-edged sword of having diamonds assigned to their birth month.
What is the most common birthstone?
Rock crystal is the most common birthstone of all.
What is the purest stone?
Jadeite
Jadeite is the purest, rarest, and most vivid gemstone in the Jade family. Though it’s available in a variety of colors including red, yellow, and black, green is most common with the stone. A specific shade of semi-transparent emerald green known as “Imperial Jade” is the most sought-after in the world.
Why do some months have more than one birthtone?
Traditionally each month is associated with one birthstone, but you will find some months have multiple birthstones. The reason for this is more grounded in economics – to allow more affordable options in addition to the traditional more expensive stones.
Can you choose the color of your birthtone?
If you are planning to buy a birthstone for yourself you may not have had much choice in what day you were born but you can certainly choose the color you like. Some months have every color in the rainbow while others have more subtle variations, let us guide you through each birthstone’s color options.
Where did the idea of birthstones come from?
Some months have every color in the rainbow while others have more subtle variations, let us guide you through each birthstone’s color options. So there we have it, our visual guide to the countless colors available in birthstones. Use our color selection tools to find your ideal gemstone gift today. Where did the idea of birthstones come from?
When was the last time a birthtone was changed?
The modern birthstone list has been unchanged since 1912. Only recently have we seen two attempts to change it, both curiously associated with the gemstone tanzanite.