A Beginner’s Guide to Birthstone Jewellery
A Beginner’s Guide to Birthstone Jewellery
Birthstone jewellery has been loved for centuries—beautiful, personal, and rich in meaning. Whether you're buying a gift or treating yourself, choosing a piece based on your birthstone adds a special connection and story to your jewellery.
But what exactly are birthstones? And how do you choose the right one?
Here’s our beginner’s guide to birthstone jewellery, including what each stone represents and how to wear yours with pride.
What Are Birthstones?
A birthstone is a gemstone that represents the month of a person’s birth. Each month has a specific stone (sometimes more than one), and these have been associated with qualities like health, luck, love, or protection for centuries.
Birthstones make perfect gifts—especially for birthdays, anniversaries, christenings, or even just to celebrate someone’s personality.
The 12 Birthstones by Month
Why Birthstone Jewellery Makes the Perfect Gift
Because birthstones are tied to a person’s birth month, they carry sentimental value that’s hard to beat. Whether it's for a new baby, a milestone birthday, or a “just because” moment, birthstone jewellery always feels personal and thoughtful.
At Wrights the Jewellers, we stock a carefully curated selection of birthstone pieces—many of which can be personalised or engraved. You’ll also find sterling silver and gold options to suit every budget.