Everybody
Has a Birthstone
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Why do we have birthstones? Do you know which one is yours? There is a special gemstone for each month of the year, so whatever month you were born in, that’s your birthstone.The idea of birthstones is thousands of years old. They were once connected with the signs of the Zodiac and even with the 12 tribes of Israel in the Bible. Different traditions use different stones.Below are today’s most popular choices. Over the years, people passed along myths and legends about gems, giving them magical powers. They thought that wearing these stones could make them healthy or happy or safe. Some used gems for healing, grinding them up then eating the powder or soaking them then drinking the water. Medicine has come a long way, but people still like to believe that wearing birthstones will bring good luck and help keep them safe. |
January ◆ Garnet
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February ◆ Amethyst
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March ◆
Aquamarine
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April ◆ Diamond
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May ◆ Emerald
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June ◆ Pearl
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July ◆ Ruby
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August ◆ Peridot
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September ◆ Sapphire
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October ◆ Opal
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November
◆ Topaz
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December
◆ Turquoise
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