WHAT IS MY BIRTHSTONE?

Birthstones are gemstones traditionally associated with each month of the year. Whether you're shopping for yourself or choosing a thoughtful gift, finding your birthstone is a meaningful way to celebrate a birthday or special occasion.

Explore our birthstone jewellery collection to find necklaces, bracelets, earrings and rings featuring your birthstone.

WHAT DOES MY BIRTHSTONE MEAN?

Each birthstone is believed to carry its own unique meaning and symbolism. Throughout history, birthstones have been associated with qualities such as love, protection, wisdom, strength and prosperity, making them a meaningful choice for both personal wear and thoughtful gifts.

While birthstone meanings vary across cultures and traditions, many people choose jewellery based on the qualities they feel most connected to. Whether you're celebrating your own birth month or selecting a gift for someone special, birthstone jewellery adds a personal touch and deeper meaning to every piece.

CAN BIRTHSTONE JEWELLERY BE PERSONALISED?

Yes, many birthstone jewellery designs can be personalised to create a truly unique piece. Whether you're celebrating a birthday, anniversary or special milestone, adding a personal touch can make your jewellery even more meaningful.

By incorporating a loved one's birthstone, an engraved message or multiple gemstones, you can create a keepsake that celebrates a unique story, memory or relationship. From birthdays and anniversaries to Mother's Day and new arrivals, personalised birthstone jewellery makes a meaningful gift for life's most treasured moments.

ARE BIRTHSTONES ASSOCIATED WITH PERSONALITY TRAITS?

While there is no scientific evidence linking birthstones to personality traits, many gemstones have long been associated with certain qualities and characteristics. These symbolic meanings have been passed down through generations, making birthstones a popular way to express individuality and personal style.

Whether or not you feel these traits reflect your personality, birthstones remain a meaningful way to celebrate your birth month. Many people choose birthstone jewellery because of the symbolism behind the gemstone, while others simply love its colour and beauty.

WHAT BIRTHSTONE MAKES THE BEST BIRTHDAY GIFT?

There’s no single “best” birthstone for a birthday gift, the most meaningful choice is always the one that matches the recipient’s birth month. Each birthstone carries its own unique symbolism, colour, and history, making it a personal and thoughtful way to celebrate someone’s birthday.

If you’re unsure of the month or want to add a more flexible option, consider choosing a stone based on its meaning. For example, garnet is often associated with love and protection, while sapphire symbolises wisdom and loyalty, both popular choices for meaningful birthday jewellery.

Ultimately, the best birthstone gift is the one that feels personal to the wearer, whether it reflects their birth month or a sentiment you’d like to celebrate.

WHAT ARE THE RAREST BIRTHSTONES?

Some birthstones are far less commonly found in fine jewellery due to their natural rarity, limited sources, or difficulty in sourcing gem-quality stones. Among the rarest are alexandrite, prized for its remarkable colour change, and natural pearls, which are increasingly scarce in their natural form.

Other notably rare birthstones include tanzanite, found only in a small region of Tanzania, and opal, particularly high-quality specimens with vivid play-of-colour. These gemstones are often more exclusive than traditional alternatives, making them especially sought after for distinctive, heirloom-worthy jewellery.

Rarity can also vary by quality and cut, meaning even more familiar birthstones may become exceptional when found in their finest form.