Garnet
Colour: Red
Birthstone: January
Symbolism: Friendship, vitality, love
Trivia: Garnets got their name from the Latin word for pomegranate seeds. As pomegranates were traditionally given as gifts of friendship and affection, garnets are the perfect symbol for a relationship based in kindness and support.
Amethyst
Colour: Purple
Birthstone: February
Symbolism: Peace, calm, a supportive relationship
Trivia: More than just the birthstone for February, amethyst is the birthstone for the winter solstice (21 Nov – 20 Dec) because its rich purple tones closely resemble the colours of the winter sky.
Aquamarine
Colour: Blue
Birthstone: March
Symbolism: Problem solving, intimacy, inner peace
Trivia: Ancient Romans believed that the god of the sea, Neptune, loved aquamarine and so this gemstone has the ability to calm stormy seas and offer protection on new adventures.
Diamond
Colour: White, pink, or yellow
Birthstone: April
Symbolism: Strength, love, devotion, and fidelity
Trivia: Because of their unmatched hardness, diamonds are not just a symbol of love but also of invincibility and strength. They’re a great way to pay tribute to the hard work and devotion that’s gone into every relationship.
Emerald
Colour: Green
Birthstone: May
Symbolism: Truth, eternal life, success, healing
Trivia: In Ancient Greece, people believed that the emerald was the gemstone of the goddess Venus, deity of love and hope. Emerald also has strong connotations with the richness and interconnectedness of the natural world.