Every month has a specific gemstone that is selected as its birthstone. Several months in fact offer two or more choices: modern as well as traditional gems. When creating a birth month engagement ring, check with the bride-to-be to assure you select the proper gem: while a traditional gem may certainly be an accurate birthstone, it may not be the gem she associates with that particular month.
| January: Garnet
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February: Amethyst
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| March: Aquamarine
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April: Diamonds or Sapphires
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| May: Emeralds
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June: Emeralds, Pearls, or Alexandrite
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| July: Onyx or Rubies
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August: Peridot
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| September: Sapphires
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October: Aquamarine, Opal, or Pink Tourmaline
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| November: Topaz
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December: Rubies or Turquoise
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The easiest choice for birthstone rings is to utilize the bride’s birthstone. This can be done in two ways: using the birthstone as a choice center stone instead of a diamond ring, or using small accent birthstones in addition to a diamond. When using a large birthstone gem, be sure to examine the characteristics of a quality stone, including typical flaws and suitable coloration. For small accent stones, the eminence is less vital because the central diamond will be the ring’s focal point.

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