The decision to get a tattoo is a deeply personal one. Whether you’re choosing to decorate your body to overcome insecurity, remember that better days are coming, or simply always remember your favorite movie series, tattoos are a permanently beautiful way to remind yourself of the things YOU love.
Why not pay tribute to the month of your birth — or honor someone close to you — with a birthstone tattoo? Whether you’re looking to celebrate a January or June birthstone, it’s a truly special token.
Whether you’re looking to get something that speaks to who you are or something that commemorates someone else, birthstone tattoos are a delicate, yet striking way to go.
January: Garnet
Garnet symbolizes faith and love.
Garnet is also supposed to protect and guide travelers.
February: Amethyst
Amethyst represents serenity and courage.
Amethyst is believed to strengthen bonds and bring peacefulness to its owner.
March: Aquamarine
Aquamarine is symbolic of good health and hope.
Sailors believed that aquamarine protected them against ocean dangers and brought clarity to those who sought it.
April: Diamond
Diamonds are symbolic of purity and everlasting love.
In many mythologies, diamonds are also connected to the power of lightening, which conjures thoughts of beauty and strength.
May: Emerald
Emeralds signify prosperity and growth.
People also used to dedicate emerald to the Ancient Roman goddess, Venus.
June: Pearl
As the June birthstones, pearls are symbolic of joy and purity.
Pearls are also associated with success and power.
July: Ruby
Rubies are linked to wisdom and passion.
Rubies have been regarded as king of the gems, able to protect from evil.
August: Peridot
Peridot is a symbol of strength. It’s also believed to ward off evil.
Peridot crystals used to be found in volcanic ash and were thought to be the tears of Pele, the Hawaiian volcanic goddess of legend.
September: Sapphire
Sapphires represent purity, dignity, and wisdom.
Before diamonds were the engagement ring go-to, sapphires were popular because of their association with royalty.
October: Opal
Opals represent kindness, creativity, and innocence.
Opals have historically been believed to be "seeing stones" that granted prophetic powers.
November: Topaz
Topaz symbolizes both love and intellect.
Topaz was so coveted in 19th century Russia that only the czar and his family were allowed to wear it.
December: Turquoise
Turquoise is symbolic of love, fortune, and success.
