Each month of the year is associated with one or more precious or semi-precious stones, known as birth stones (birthstones). These stones carry deep symbolic meaning and are worn as talismans, personalised jewelry or meaningful gifts. Discover your birthstone and the story behind it.

January – Garnet

Garnet, with its deep red shades, symbolises passion, energy and protection. Although red garnet is the best known, this stone also exists in green, orange or yellow. It is a stone of devotion and lasting friendship.

February – Amethyst

Amethyst, with its regal violet, is associated with wisdom, calm and mental clarity. Once considered more precious than ruby, amethyst is the stone of spirituality and inner balance.

March – Aquamarine

Aquamarine evokes the clear waters of the ocean – its colours range from light blue to bluish green. It is the stone of courage, communication and serenity. Sailors once wore it as a talisman for safe voyages at sea.

April – Diamond

Diamond, the hardest natural substance, symbolises eternity, purity and strength. It is the stone of unconditional love and commitment – which is why it is the classic choice for engagement rings. At AVA ROSSA, the diamond is the heart of our collections.

May – Emerald

Emerald, with its intense, vibrant green, is the stone of rebirth, fertility and hope. Associated with Venus, the goddess of love, emerald was Cleopatra's favourite stone. Its natural inclusions are called jardin – the stone's garden.

June – Pearl, Alexandrite and Moonstone

June has three birthstones. The Pearl – the only gemstone of organic origin – symbolises purity and elegance. Alexandrite is fascinating for its ability to change colour from green to red depending on the light. Moon Stone (Moonstone) has a unique optical effect called adularescence – a mysterious, bluish inner glow.

July – Ruby

Ruby, with its fiery red, is the stone of passion, power and protection. Regarded as the king of gemstones in many Asian cultures, a top-quality ruby can even exceed a diamond in value. The ideal colour is called pigeon blood – a deep blood red.

August – Peridot, Spinel and Sardonyx

Peridot, with its characteristic lime green, is one of the few stones that exist in only one colour. It is the stone of light and joy. Spinel, available in a wide range of colours, has been mistaken for ruby and sapphire throughout history. Sardonyx is a banded stone in warm colours, associated with courage and happiness.

September – Sapphire

Blue sapphire is the stone of loyalty, wisdom and nobility. Although the blue one is the best known, sapphire exists in almost every colour – except red (which becomes ruby). Pink and yellow sapphires are increasingly sought after in contemporary jewelry.

October – Opal and Tourmaline

Opal is unique for its play of colours – a phenomenon called play-of-color – which creates a spectacle of shades inside the stone. It is the stone of creativity and inspiration. Tourmaline, available in the widest palette of colours of all gemstones, symbolises compassion and balance.

November – Topaz and Citrine

Imperial topaz, with its golden and orange shades, is the stone of abundance and success. Citrine, with its sunny yellow, is known as the merchant's stone – it is said to attract prosperity and positive energy.

December – Tanzanite, Turquoise and Blue Zircon

Tanzanite, discovered only in 1967 in Tanzania, is one of the rarest gemstones in the world – it is found in a single location on the globe. With its deep violet-blue, it is the stone of transformation and vision. Turquoise, with its characteristic blue, is one of the oldest stones used in jewelry. Blue zircon has a remarkable brilliance and symbolises prosperity.

Choose the Perfect Jewelry with Your Birthstone

At AVA ROSSA, we create bespoke jewelry with carefully selected precious and semi-precious stones. Whether you want a ring with your birthstone, a personalised necklace or a pair of earrings with a special stone, our team will guide you to the perfect choice. Contact us for a personalised consultation and discover how we turn gemstones into jewelry with a story.