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Birthstones by month
Every month has at least one birthstone, and six (March, June, August, October, November, December) have official alternates. Pick your month for the stone's color, how hard it is, and famous people who share it.
| Month | Birthstone | Mohs | Birth flower |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | Garnet | 6.5–7.5 | Carnation |
| February | Amethyst | 7 | Violet |
| March | Aquamarine and Bloodstone | 7.5–8 · 6.5–7 | Daffodil |
| April | Diamond | 10 | Daisy |
| May | Emerald | 7.5–8 | Lily of the valley |
| June | Pearl, Moonstone and Alexandrite | 2.5–4.5 · 6–6.5 · 8.5 | Rose |
| July | Ruby | 9 | Larkspur |
| August | Peridot and Spinel | 6.5–7 · 7.5–8 | Gladiolus |
| September | Sapphire | 9 | Aster |
| October | Opal and Tourmaline | 5.5–6.5 · 7–7.5 | Marigold |
| November | Topaz and Citrine | 8 · 7 | Chrysanthemum |
| December | Turquoise, Tanzanite and Zircon | 5–6 · 6.5–7 · 6–7.5 | Narcissus |
Stones follow the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) birthstone chart. Mohs hardness runs from 1 (talc) to 10 (diamond); roughly 7 and up holds up to everyday wear in a ring.
Your birthstone is one piece of your birthday. See the rest.
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