Birthstone of the month – May

Did you know that May is the National Smile Month in the United Kingdom? So maybe one of the May birthstones will put a smile on your face, no matter where you live…

Let’s start with the traditional birthstone of the month, the emerald. Emeralds occur in various shades of green which make them the perfect birthstone of this month. Why? Easily answered.

May is considered to be the month of fertility, and just look around. Can’t you see that the grass is greener, flowers of various sizes and colors are in full bloom, trees sprout leaves? Isn’t all this a sign that nature’s fertility is in full swing?! How does the emerald fit into this scheme? There are two possible answers. First, as green is no primary color but is made of a mixture of yellow and blue, its connection to nature becomes even more obvious. All plants are green, and especially in May, their green looks even fresher. Add yellow flowers and the sun to blue flowers, water and the sky, and the perfect melange is there. Second, the word green itself can be derived from the Old English word growan which, as you may have guessed, means grow. And isn’t this the perfect proof for nature’s growth in May?

This great connection of the emerald to nature can still be topped with the symbolism behind this gemstone. The emerald is associated with a great number of meanings, such as foresight, love, patience, success and understanding. And, honestly, who doesn’t want to live with all of those traits?

You are rather looking for the modern May birthstone? No problem. It’s the emerald, too.
That’s still not the one for you? Don’t worry. There are two more options.

You could go for the mystical birthstone, the sapphire. As you probably know, this gemstone is known because of its blue color. And isn’t this color perfectly suited for May, the month of fantastic weather, sunshine and blue skies that simply warm your heart and make you feel happier and more optimistic? It’s the time to be true, loyal, sincere and committed – traits that are associated with this May birthstone.

If your preferences lie more in having a birthstone by signs of zodiac, you may choose between two birthstones this month, depending, of course, in which period you were born.

The Taurus birthstone, for persons born between April 21st and May 20th, is the same as the mystical birthstone – the sapphire.

However, when your date of birth falls into the second half of May, mainly between May 21st and June 21st, your birthstone by sign of zodiac is the agate. This pretty Gemini birthstone is one of the oldest gemstones and widely known. Its color ranges from blue, black, gray or white to orange or red. This variety gives you a broad choice – like choosing the most beautiful spring flower.

When choosing this special birthstone, you should know about the symbolism behind it. The agate is believed to give you balance in life, to give you the strength and courage you need, to protect you from stress and to help you overcome bitterness. What else could you wish for? It sounds like the perfect birthstone, doesn’t it?

You favor the Ayurvedic birthstone for May and can’t wait to find out which one it is? You don’t have to wait any longer… It’s the agate, the same as the Gemini birthstone.

No matter which birthstone you call your own, they are believed to give you positive energy while overcoming negative vibrations in your life, and therefore will help you to achieve your goals.

Birthstone of the month – April

Yet another month has begun, and what a month! Everywhere you look, spring is in full bloom, flowers blossom, trees come into leaf, birds are singing. It’s the time of a new beginning, and you feel that love is in the air.

Maybe this is even the perfect time to propose to your beloved one. And even better if your future partner was born in April. Why? First, you can propose in style with a diamond engagement ring. Second, you can show them that you care, that you give them something special, something unique – a diamond. Now you may ask yourself why should a diamond ring be special. The answer is that this gemstone is not only the traditional, but also the modern and Ayurvedic birthstone of April. Besides, the diamond is associated with eternal love and purity, and it symbolizes innocence.
So remember when showing off your diamond that you do not only have extraordinary taste in gemstones but you also know the meaning behind it.

You are not a fan of diamonds? Don’t worry. There is one more April birthstone to choose from – the opal, the mystical birthstone. If I may say so, it is a great choice, especially as it represents spring in all its bloom and happiness. Why? Because the opal occurs in all colors imaginable, from the most common green and white to yellow, pink, orange, olive, magenta, gray, brown, blue, or even clear. The opal also comes in red or black, but these colors are among the rarest ones. You see, if you prefer this gemstone, your options are endless. Add the symbolism behind it, and you’ve got the perfect birthstone. You don’t know what it stands for? Well, the opal is believed to give you confidence, faith and hope.

As a side note, if you love Australia, or if this country is fascinating for you, maybe the opal is the birthstone for you. Why? Because the opal is Australia’s national gemstone. So by wearing an opal, you may express your fondness for this country.

Are the diamond and the opal the only April birthstones? The answer is definitely no. You still have one more option, depending on when exactly you were born. When your date of birth lies between March 21st and April 20th, your birthstone by sign of zodiac, the Aries birthstone, is the bloodstone. The name itself may not sound quite appealing, but once you’ve set your eyes on this dark green gemstone with red inclusions you will fall in love with it. These rich colors clearly represent spring in its full bloom and fertility. Add its meaning of courage and endurance to it, and the perfect birthstone for you is there.

Your date of birth doesn’t fall into this period? You were born between April 21st and May 20th? Well, then your birthstone by sign of zodiac, the Taurus birthstone, is the sapphire. Although its most common color is blue, hence the name, the sapphire occurs in a wide range of colors, from yellow, violet, purple, pink or green to shades of orange, gray, brown or black. There even is a colorless version of this dazzling gemstone. Add commitment, loyalty, sincerity and truth to this April birthstone, and you will make a stunning statement of your month of birth.

In the end, it’s always you who decides which birthstone suits you best, as it is intended to bring some magic into your everyday life.