January – Garnet: The warm, pomegranate color of Garnet stands in contrast to the January cold. Garnet is associated with gentleness and kindheartedness. It stimulates the metabolism and regenerates the body, blood, heart and lungs. February – Amethyst: The purple hues of Amethyst are most valued for their calming qualities, bring peace of mind. Amethyst is known for releasing tension and easing headaches. March – Aquamarine: Like the appearance of spring, aquamarine symbolizes a sense of youth and hope and is a favorite stone of protection used by those at sea. April – Herkimer Diamond: This multi-faceted clear quartz crystal, mined from Herkimer County New York is well-known for its natural crystal structure and its ability to amplify energy and detoxify the body. May – Emerald: The verdant Emerald offers pure bands of varying greens and is traditionally used a child’s talisman and was often attached to an infant’s cradle. June – Moonstone: Moonstone is June’s modern birthstone and the 13th wedding anniversary gemstone. This opalescent stone’s colors range from blue, peach, green, pink, yellow, brown, gray with a silvery sheen or colorless. It is said that Moonstone brings good fortune. July – Ruby: The Ruby in its natural state is a symbol of zeal and passion. The color of the ruby is matched by the heat of the summer. August – Peridot: Although Peridot is primarily known as the August birthstone, it is also a friendship stone that symbolizes teamwork. September – Sapphire: The cool blue Sapphire marks the season’s shift from summer to autumn. The beauty in the Sapphire is a symbol of clarity. October – Opal: The Peruvian Opal reflects a beauty of a multitude of colors and the soft shine of faraway seas. November – Citrine: People have come to know and love this wonderful gemstone known for having cheerful qualities. Citrine symbolizes hope and financial prosperity. December – Turquoise: This "gemstone of the peoples" combines the beauty of the sky with the stimulating colors of tropical seas truly bringing cheer and harmony. .