Birthstones by Zodiac Sign
In addition to your birth month, you can find a birthstone for your Western astrological sign. There isn’t an official standardized list of birthstones based on astrological signs, but there are some traditional associations that suggest these 12 birthstones of the zodiac. This zodiac birthstones chart also includes the meaning of each stone: In addition, many different ancient cultures revered gemstones and connected them to their calendar systems. For instance, Hindu texts connect specific stones to certain planets and days of the week. Vedic astrologers recommend particular gemstones to individuals based on their astrological birth chart. In 1912, a list of birthstones based on the month was standardized in the United States by the National Association of Jewelers (now the Jewelers of America). They were chosen based on tradition, as well as which stones could realistically be sold by American jewelers. The official list has been updated, so you might see different birthstones for your month depending on where you look.
Birthstones by Month
Another option, if none of the stones feel right for you, is to look at the qualities associated with your zodiac sign or the ruling planet of your day of the week and look up which stones might be supportive or balancing to that energy. Once you’ve found a stone that you’d like to work with, there are a few ways you can incorporate it into your life. You may want to wear it or carry it with you. This may help you to feel protected and supported as you are out in the world. You can also place it in your home as a decorative object, or on your altar, and spend time sitting or meditating with it. Be sure to cleanse your stone and set an intention for how you’d like it to support you in your life.
