The enchanting emerald is May's birthstone. Lush and vibrant green in colour, emerald is also the gemstone of spring. Symbolising peace, growth and new beginnings, emeralds are one of the four recognised "precious gemstones" (the others are ruby, sapphire and diamond).
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The beautiful aquamarine is March's birthstone, as well as being the 19th wedding anniversary gemstone. Meaning "water of the sea", its sparkling pale blue, ocean-like colour has a serene, calming energy.
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Long associated with royalty, amethyst is February's beautiful birthstone. This distinctive gem is instantly recognisable by its colour, since no other stone has amethyst's characteristic purple hue. Available in a broad spectrum of purple tones, from the palest lilac to deep violet, the best quality amethysts are rich purple, without any other traces of colour.
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The vibrant gemstone Garnet is the birthstone for January and the gem for those celebrating a second wedding anniversary. An energising stone, it comes in a vast array of beautiful colours.
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Turquoise has been loved for thousands of years not only for its vivid colour but also for many powers it is believed by many to have.
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