Here are the modern and traditional birthstones, and in some cases their commonly recognized substitutes. For the "sign stones" which are based upon the astrological signs (constellations) of the Zodiac, see Zodiac Birthstones. Click on the month name or gemstone name for additional information regarding that birth stone.

January Birthstone: Garnet or Rose Quartz

February Birthstone: Amethyst or Onyx

March Birthstone: Aquamarine or Bloodstone

April Birthstone: Diamond or Rock Crystal (Quartz)

May Birthstone: Emerald or Chrysoprase

June Birthstone: Alexandrite or Moonstone or Pearl

July Birthstone: Ruby or Carnelion

August Birthstone: Peridot or Sardonyx

September Birthstone: Sapphire or Lapis

October Birthstone: Opal or Tourmaline

November Birthstone: Topaz or Citrine

December Birthstone: Tanzanite, Zircon or Turquoise window.google_render_ad();