Birthstone FAQs
What are the birthstones of each month?
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Below are the traditional and modern birthstones of each month, and their associated color, with some stones remaining the same throughout the ages. Explore unique birthstone jewelry, rings, and more within Helen’s collection: January: Garnet :: Dark Red February: Amethyst :: Violet March: Bloodstone / Aquamarine :: Dark Green or Pale Blue April: Diamond :: Clear May: Emerald :: Bright Green June: Alexandrite / Pearl :: Iridescent or White July: Ruby :: Bold Red August: Sardonyx / Peridot :: Light Green September: Sapphire :: Dark Blue October: Opal / Tourmaline :: Pink or Play of Color November: Amber / Topaz :: Orange or Golden Brown December: Turquoise / Blue Topaz :: Bright Blue
Is birthstone jewelry a good gift?
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Birthstone jewelry makes a great gift, as does any style of gemstone jewelry. Explore Helen’s collection of unique birthstone jewelry and rings to find the perfect gift for yourself or a loved one in any month. Gold birthstone jewelry is also available for a timeless look to last a lifetime and beyond.
Are gemstones and birthstones the same?
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All birthstones are gemstones, but not all gemstones fall into the category of birthstones! Gemstones represent a wider variety of jewels; each of the 12 birthstones are all different gems. Explore both gemstone jewelry and birthstone jewelry within Helen’s collection to find a spread of dazzling stones.
What is the best birthstone?
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The best birthstone depends on the month you were born! Where April’s diamond stone is regularly the most expensive, shoppers born in different months typically prefer birthstone jewelry associated with their birth month. However, choosing to add an extra touch of elegance to any birthstone is always a great choice! Helen’s collection of gold birthstone jewelry is a great way to ensure your birthstones last a lifetime, and unique birthstone jewelry & rings from Helen’s gallery can make each stone special to the wearer.
Does Helen Ficalora use real birthstones?
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Yes. We use genuine, naturally occurring gemstones for our traditional birthstone jewelry—such as natural diamonds, rubies, emeralds, and sapphires—rather than using colored glass or cheap synthetic imitations, ensuring your piece retains its prestige and lasting value.
How do I build a family birthstone necklace?
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Building a personalized family necklace is simple! Start by selecting one of our high-quality solid 14k gold fine chains in your preferred length. Then, choose the individual birthstone charms or alphabet disks that represent your children or partner, and slide them onto the chain to create a beautiful, custom charm cluster.
Is birthstone jewelry a good gift?
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Solid 14k gold birthstone jewelry is the best fine jewelry gift for milestone birthdays, Mother's Day, anniversaries, and push presents. Gifting a genuine gemstone that corresponds to a loved one's birth month shows incredible thought, effort, and sentimentality.
Can I wear my birthstone charms every day?
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Absolutely. Because we securely set our genuine gemstones in authentic, solid 14k gold, our birthstone jewelry is highly durable and completely water-safe. You can confidently wear your colorful keepsakes while showering, sleeping, and exercising without the metal tarnishing or fading.