Birthstones and Superstitions: Birthstone Myths - What are the superstitions associated with each birthstone?

Birthstones and Superstitions: Birthstone Myths - What are the superstitions associated with each birthstone? Scroll below to identify your birthstone and learn about the superstitions associated with it.

Amethyst – Birthstone February

When worn on the throat, helps prevent hay fever and asthma

Offers protection against nightmares, indigestion, deafness, spread of infection

Attracts with compassion and love

Aquamarine – Birthstone March: Facts about the Birthstone Aquamarine

Attracts success and wisdom

Cures tooth related ailments

Cures indigestion

Diamond – Birthstone April

Grants courage and strength

Attracts success and fortune

Attracts fidelity in marriage

Emerald – Birthstone May

Seen as an aphrodisiac

Attracts fidelity in marriage

Cures snakebites, epilepsy, fits, detects poison

Garnet – Birthstone January

Offers protection against lightning

Color changes in the face of eminent danger

Grants constancy and resolve

Attracts compassion and friendship

Moonstone – Birthstone June

Cures consumption and kidney problems

Attracts good fortune

Protects seafarers and explorers

Opal – Birthstone October

Loses shine and brilliance if owner dies

Black opals attract good fortune 

Loses powers if given to a selfish person

Allows one to prophesize if used to do good

Peridot – Birthstone August

Grants eloquence

Offers protection against evil and nightmares

Ruby – Birthstone July

Lightens in color if in contact with poison, antidote against poison

Heals wounds, prevents nightmares and stomachache

Protects against evil and water hazards

Sapphire – Birthstone September

Guards against the Evil Eye

Attracts wealth, positive energy and health

The White Sapphire protects one’s chastity and protects travelers

Topaz – Birthstone November

Guards against the Evil Eye

Cures insomnia, indigestion, respiratory ailments

If worn near the heart, the topaz prevents thirst

Attracts fidelity and friendship

Turquoise – Birthstone December

Protects against accidents – especially those relating to equestrians

Guards against the Evil Eye

Changes color in the face of imminent danger

Those are the main birthstones and superstitions - to satiate your curiosity!

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