Birthstones
Birthstones are natural gemstones associated with each month of the year. For centuries, they’ve been worn as symbols of personality, protection and meaning. Whether you’re marking a birth month, celebrating a milestone or simply drawn to a particular stone, birthstones offer a beautiful way to personalise jewellery.
At Gallagher Jewellers, we craft pieces using natural gemstones chosen for their quality, character and significance. From classic diamond and sapphire to vibrant tourmaline or peridot, each stone tells its own story
January — Garnet
Symbolises protection, strength and grounding. Most known for deep red tones, but also found in green, orange and pink.
February — Amethyst
A stone of clarity, peace and intuition. Its rich purple colour has been admired since ancient times.
March — Aquamarine
Represents calm, clarity and renewal. A cool blue gem often associated with the ocean and fresh beginnings.
April — Diamond
Symbolises love, resilience and commitment. Clear and timeless, diamonds are the most durable of all gemstones.
May — Emerald
Linked to growth, wisdom and renewal. Known for its vibrant green hue and natural inclusions that make each stone unique.
June — Pearl or Alexandrite
Pearls represent purity and inner calm. Alexandrite is prized for its colour-changing quality and rarity, symbolising balance and transformation.
July — Ruby
A symbol of passion, love and protection. Rubies are prized for their bold red colour and emotional depth.
August — Peridot
Represents warmth, energy and creativity. Known for its bright, citrus green colour and lively character.
September — Sapphire
Associated with loyalty, truth and protection. Best known in deep blue, though sapphires come in many natural colours.
October — Opal or Tourmaline
Opals reflect creativity and emotion through their shifting play of colour. Tourmaline comes in a wide range of shades and represents compassion and self-expression.
November — Citrine or Topaz
Citrine symbolises joy and abundance. Topaz appears in many colours, often golden or sky blue, and is associated with clarity and strength.
December — Tanzanite, Zircon or Turquoise
These blue-toned stones represent peace, reflection and hope. Each brings a unique shade and story to the month.
