A birthstone is a treasured material that signifies the month that a person was born. It is thought that they hold powers and personality traits that are unique to the individual born under a certain zodiac sign.  Wearing your birthstone can pass on powers to your body and mind.  The twelve birthstones are:

1. January – Garnet:
   Garnet is considered to bring purity, truth, faithfulness and friendship. Garnets occur in many different colours except blue.  The gem is found in colors such as orange, green, purple, yellow, brown, black and even colourless. Garnets enhance sexuality and sensuality.  It is successful for lung, blood, heart and infection conditions.  It is located in Africa, India and Uruguay
2. February – Amethyst:
   The amethyst is extremely beautiful and is believed to protect against evil spirits. It extends from a pale lilac to a deep, bright violet colour and is said to bring good luck. This stone has healing properties and is effective for conditions connected to withdrawal symptoms of any addiction.  It is found in Brazil, Uruguay and Zambia.
   
3. March – Aquamarine:
   Aquamarine occurs in different shades of blue ranging from pale yellowish blue to deep shades of blue.  It signifies compassion, trust, harmony and friendship.  It is successful for throat complications and illnesses brought on by stress. It is located in Brazil, Nigeria and Zambia.
   
4. April – Diamond:
   Diamond is the most valuable and most expensive gemstone. It is extremely scarce and brilliant. It is effective for brain disorders and to draw out toxins.  Diamonds represent true love, passion and commitment.  It is found in Australia, Ghana and Zaire.
   
5. May – Emerald:
   Emerald is green and represents loyalty, faith, love and friendship. It is effective for disorders linked to the eyes, fertility, the spine and headaches.  It is also used to boost mental capabilities.  Emeralds are found in Colombia, Zambia, Zimbabwe and Brazil.
   
6. June – Pearl:
   A pearl symbolizes beauty, happiness, love and wealth. It is used to boost personal integrity and also for health complications in connection with the stomach, heart, spleen, intestines and also ulcer complications. It is the only gemstone created as a result of the biological activities of living organisms.  Some places where pearls can be found are the Gulf or Mexico, Europe, Japan and Australia.
   
7. July – Ruby:
   The ruby is well-known for its brilliant red colour which signifies blood, love, romance and passion. It is effective for health problems linked to the blood and infection.  It is also used to boost energy and bring about success. The ruby can be found in Thailand, Sri Lanka, Kenya and India.
   
8. August – Peridot:
   The peridot signifies power and influence.  In olden days it was taken internally for asthma.  It is effective for health problems relating to the lungs, breasts and sinuses.  Peridots can be found in the United States, China and Burma.
   
9. September – Sapphire:
   Sapphires are accessible in a variety colours. They symbolize clear thinking and wisdom. They can be found in Sri Lanka, Thailand, Kenya and Tanzania among other countries.
10. October – Opal:
    Opal is available in nearly every shade, from milky white to dark black.  It imparts hope and harmony.  It is effective for eye complications and can be found in Australia, Mexico and the United States.
    
11. November – Topaz:
    Topaz are available in shades of brown and yellow.  It is considered to bring long life and fidelity and represents beauty, splendor and happiness.  It is effective for asthma, blood diseases and sanity. Topaz is found in countries such as Sri Lanka, Pakistan and China.
    
12. December – Turquoise:
    Turquoise is clear blue and is really expensive. It is said to bring good health, fortune and peace.  It is successful for throat, teeth and depression problems.  Turquoise can be found in countries such as Iran, United Sates and Africa. 

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