Birthstone Jewelry, January through December

Birthstones have been linked to our dates of birth for centuries. Many cultures originally assigned a specific gemstone to signify birth during each sign of the zodiac, but over time the tradition shifted until it became common for a single gem to represent each month of the year.

Different cultures chose unique sets of twelve stones. The folklore attached to stones differed from one group of people to another, but they all shared the belief that wearing your birthstone brought good luck.

Birthstone jewelry is as popular today as it ever was, and it's plentiful -- we can choose from an endless selection of jewelry set with our own special gem.

Colored Gemstone Resources

• Treatments that Enhance a Gem's Appearance
• Natural vs. Genuine Gems
• Watch Out for Gemstone Fakes