Individuals born in November also have a choice between two beautiful gemstones – Topaz and Citrine. Both of them are believed to have calming energy,

Those born in October get to choose between two birthstones, each of which comes in a rainbow of shades and colours. Opal The name opal

September’s birthstone is sapphire – a gem of wisdom, loyalty and nobility. This stone is said to focus the mind and encourage self-discipline. As with

Peridot The main birthstone for those born in August is Peridot, which is known for its lime green colour. Peridot is a variety of olivine.

The beautiful ruby is the gemstone for those born in July. Interestingly, ruby is the red variety of the mineral corundum, coloured by the element

Pearl The lucky ones born in June have a choice between three gemstones – pearl, alexandrite and moonstone. Pearls are the only gemstones made by

Birthstone for May is the beautiful emerald. Like aquamarine, emerald is a variety of beryl. It is formed when chromium, vanadium and iron are present

For the lucky ones born in April, diamond is their birthstone. Diamonds are the most sought after and valuable gems. It is made of just