I have been studying up on the different birthstones and their substitutes. I find this information very interesting. Therefore, I am going to launch a "series" on the different birthstones by month.
Below is a list of the traditional birthstone vs. the "modern" birthstone, and if available, their substitutes:
January: Garnet or Rose Quartz
February: Amethyst or Onyx
March: Aquamarine or Bloodstone
April: Diamond or Rock Crystal (Quartz)
May: Emerald or Chrysoprase
June: Alexandrite or Moonstone or Pearl
July: Ruby or Carnelion
August: Perodot or Sardonyx
September: Sapphire or Lapis
October: Opal or Tourmaline
November: Topaz or Citrine
December: Tanzanite or Turquoise
Birthstones can be a very personal choice for a lot of people, therefore those that don't like their birthstone will tend to make some sort of "excuse" to claim another one.
My birthstone is Garnet (January). I have mixed emotions about it and am very picky when it comes to selecting a garnet piece. Sometimes I think the garnet is pretty, but a lot of the time I find it to be just "blah".
My favorite birthstone is the Sapphire. (September)
Until next time,
Dawn
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