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Gemstones have had special meanings since the time of the early Romans.  Most early gemstones were not faceted, or cut into shapes, because that was considered vulgar.  Rather they were polished as a cabochon or dome shape, much like star sapphires and rubies are today, left natural, or polished as beads.

Ancient Romans who could afford it often wore multiple rings each with a different meaning, ability to ward off evil, or encourage positive traits within the wearer.

Birthstones may be based on the Zodiac calendar or by the Julian calendar month.  There is some overlap between the two.  The modern selection of birthstones was developed by the American National Association of Jewelers in 1912.

Fall Birthstones

Zodiac

Libra 9/23 - 10/23 Peridot keeps the wearer free from evil spells

Scorpio 10/24 - 11/21 Beryl provides protection from sadness or repentance

Sagittarius 11/22 - 12/21 Topaz protects but must be worn so it's visible

Calendar

September - Sapphire

October - Opal or tourmaline

November - Topaz

Winter Birthstones

Capricorn 12/22 - 1/21 Ruby gets the wearer out of trouble

Aquarius 1/21 - 2/21 Garnet guarantees true friendship

Pisces 2/22 - 3/21 Amethyst protects against the extremes of passion

December - Turquoise or lapis lazuli

January - Garnet

February - Amethyst