No matter whether you are wearing a traditional or a modern birthstone of your month, if the gem suits you, then you will definitely be blessed with its inherent mystic properties. Traditional birthstones, also known as 'older society-based birthstones', were designed by jewelers who put forth their own ideologies behind wearing them. Their views were improvised and a more standardized version was adopted by Jewelers of America in the year 1912. The list presented by them came to be known as modern birthstones and it is currently followed almost throughout the world. However, choice of modern or traditional birthstones is a matter of personal opinion, faith and belief. Traditional and Modern Birthstones by Month Through this chart, you will also come to know their significances that have been described in the table below. Once you know your birthstone, you can choose for yourself after taking necessary advice from a renowned astrologer. You have to follow the rules religiously that are specific to each stone while wearing it on your body to get maximum benefits from the stone. Take a look at the table... * Traditional Birthstone * Modern Birthstone January Garnet Garnet The birthstone of the zodiac sign Capricorn is garnet. This stone is believed to bring success and prosperity in business and capable of curing depression when kept in contact with the body. It's also believed that Garnet increases loves, passion and sexual drive. Garnet comes in a variety of colors that range from yellow, green, orange, brown or it could be colorless. February Amethyst Amethyst This purple stone is sterling and attractive. It's a stone of spiritual healing and people have been wearing it for its protective properties. It's used for curing insomnia and getting rid of fearful feelings. It's the birthstone of the Aquarius zodiac sign and is associated with good virtues in an individual that relate to sincerity, humility and wisdom. March Bloodstone Aquamarine Bloodstone, or the stone of Aries, is green in color and it contains red spots on it. Bloodstone is popular for its healing properties and it helps in improving blood circulation. The modern birthstone or aquamarine has similar properties and it is also believed to bring about peace and tranquility in life. April Diamond Diamond This precious stone is shared by Taurus and is ruled by the planet Venus. The metaphysical properties of diamond is used in crystal healing therapy. The sparkle and brilliance of diamond is intensely attractive that also symbolizes pure love and faith. It is believed to manifest abundance in terms of creativity, endurance, beauty and purity. May Emerald Emerald It brings contentment and success in a relationship. People undergoing mental disharmony and instability in relationships are often suggested to wear emerald by astrologers. It's also a healing stone, capable of improving the conditions of lung, heart and muscular disease. The bright green beautiful stone also symbolizes progression in life. June Alexandrite Pearl and Moonstone The combination of these suit individuals born in the month of June or who belong to the zodiac sign Gemini or Cancer. You will find moonstones and pearls embedded in bridal jewelry because they signify love and purity. Alexandrite and moonstone are associated with bringing good luck and fortune. It also helps in reunion of two individuals who have fallen apart. July Ruby Ruby One of the most powerful birthstones is ruby. It has a strong connection with blood circulation and it helps in cleansing blood. Usually red ruby is much preferred over other colors. The stone symbolizes passionate love and it helps a person to explore his potentials. People who are Cancerians mostly wear ruby. The stone also symbolizes royalty and vitality. August Sardonyx Peridot and Sapphire Those who are born in the month of August can adorn themselves with any of these stones since their properties and functions are almost similar. Mostly they are used as protection grid against evil powers. Peridot is a sacred stone and is usually gifted during ceremonies. It symbolizes love and admiration while sapphire is associated with success, knowledge and wisdom. September Sapphire Sapphire, Lapis,and Lazuli Lapis lazuli has healing properties and it helps in internal detoxification of the body. A combination of sapphire and lapis lazuli works wonders for people born in the month of September. Wearers of blue sapphires are faithful, caring and affectionate. These two stones are also known to improve financial stability and health conditions. October Tourmaline Opal While peace of mind is associated with pink tourmaline, black tourmaline is renowned for its healing properties. You can wear tourmaline if you are suffering from intestinal problems. Opal comes in different tones, having various properties. Opal is known as the 'stone of hope and achievement'. It is also given to a person for enhancing communication skills and soothing erratic emotions. November Citrine Yellow Topaz Yellow topaz is capable of purifying emotions, energy, actions and thoughts while citrine protects an individual from negative energy and clarifies one's thought process. Citrine acts like a cure for digestive problems and depression. If either of these stones suit you, then it would definitely endow their qualities on you. December Zircon and Turquoise Blue Topaz and Lapis Lazuli Blue topaz or modern birthstone of December, symbolizes faithfulness and eternal love. The stone is believed to bring relief from insomnia and it also curbs erratic sexual lust. Zircon and lapis lazuli brings harmony in relationships and it also energizes an individual. It fortifies nerves and offers relief from stress and depression. Birthstones are also given according to the ruling planets and zodiacs to which an individual belongs. Wearing any kind of stone should be strictly guided by an astrologer because if the stone doesn't suit you, it might cause reverse effects on your health.