The Springwaves gemstone guide

Find your stone

Every stone has a story. Discover what each one means, the birthstones and star signs it belongs to, and how to care for it.

Peace · February birthstone

Amethyst
Amethyst has been prized by royalty for centuries. The ancient Greeks believed it kept the mind clear and calm, and its name means "not intoxicated". Today it is the go-to stone for peace, balance and a quieter mind.

Zodiac
Pisces, Aquarius, Virgo, Sagittarius

Chakra
Crown & Third Eye

Care
Keep amethyst out of strong, prolonged sunlight to protect its colour.

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Serenity

Aqua Chalcedony
Aqua chalcedony has the soft, milky blue of shallow tropical water. It is traditionally worn for serenity, kindness and gentle, open communication.

Zodiac
Cancer, Sagittarius

Chakra
Throat

Care
Clean with mild soapy water and a soft cloth.

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Calm courage · March birthstone

Aquamarine
Its name means "water of the sea", and sailors once carried aquamarine as a charm for courage and safe passage. Today it is the stone of calm confidence: cool, clear and steadying when life feels choppy.

Zodiac
Pisces, Aquarius, Gemini

Chakra
Throat

Care
Aquamarine is hard-wearing. A wipe with a soft cloth brings back its sparkle.

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Strength

Black Onyx
Black onyx is the stone of inner strength. It has been carved into talismans since ancient Rome and is traditionally worn to stay grounded, focused and steady when things get tough.

Zodiac
Leo, Capricorn, Gemini

Chakra
Root

Care
Polish with a soft dry cloth to keep that mirror-black shine.

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Confidence · August birthstone

Carnelian
Ancient Egyptian architects wore carnelian to show their rank, and warriors carried it for courage. This sunset-orange stone has always been about confidence: stepping forward and being seen.

Zodiac
Leo, Virgo, Aries

Chakra
Sacral

Care
Carnelian is tough. Clean with warm soapy water and dry thoroughly.

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Abundance · November birthstone

Citrine
Known as the "merchant's stone", citrine was traditionally kept close for prosperity and success. Its sunny golden colour is pure joy, like bottled sunshine.

Zodiac
Gemini, Aries, Leo

Chakra
Solar Plexus

Care
Hard-wearing. A soft cloth keeps the facets bright.

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Loyal love · May birthstone

Emerald
Cleopatra famously adored emeralds, and the stone has symbolised love, rebirth and wisdom for millennia. Its deep spring green is the colour of new life.

Zodiac
Taurus, Gemini, Cancer

Chakra
Heart

Care
Avoid hot water and ultrasonic cleaners. Wipe gently with a soft cloth.

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Passion · January birthstone

Garnet
Deep red garnet has been worn since the Bronze Age as a stone of passion, loyalty and lasting love. Its name comes from the Latin for pomegranate seed, a nod to that rich, glowing colour.

Zodiac
Capricorn, Aquarius, Aries

Chakra
Root

Care
Garnet is durable. Clean with warm soapy water and a soft brush, then dry well.

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Balance

Green Onyx
Green onyx is a fresh, juicy-green chalcedony, traditionally worn for balance and emotional harmony. It is said to steady the heart and encourage growth, like a breath of fresh air you can wear.

Zodiac
Capricorn, Leo

Chakra
Heart

Care
Clean with mild soapy water and dry with a soft cloth.

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Vision

Iolite
Known as the "Viking's compass", iolite was used by Norse sailors to find the sun on cloudy days. It is the stone of vision and direction, shifting from violet to blue as it turns.

Zodiac
Libra, Sagittarius, Taurus

Chakra
Third Eye

Care
Wipe with a soft cloth and avoid hard knocks.

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Alignment

Kyanite
Kyanite's blue streaks look like brushstrokes of deep sky. It is traditionally worn for alignment, clarity and finding your voice.

Zodiac
Libra, Taurus, Aries

Chakra
Throat

Care
Kyanite can chip along its grain. Store it separately and avoid knocks.

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Transformation

Labradorite
Inuit legend says labradorite holds the Northern Lights, trapped in stone. Turn it in the light and flashes of blue, green and gold appear from nowhere. It is the stone of transformation and change.

Zodiac
Scorpio, Sagittarius, Leo

Chakra
Third Eye

Care
Store separately and avoid knocks so the flash stays bright for years.

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Truth · September birthstone

Lapis Lazuli
Ground into the blue paint of Renaissance masterpieces and worn by pharaohs, lapis lazuli is the stone of truth and wisdom. Look closely and you will see flecks of golden pyrite, like stars in a night sky.

Zodiac
Sagittarius, Libra, Virgo

Chakra
Third Eye & Throat

Care
Lapis is porous: avoid water, perfume and chemicals.

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Tranquility

Larimar
Larimar is found in just one place on earth: the mountains of the Dominican Republic. Its swirling blue and white patterns look like sunlight on Caribbean water.

Zodiac
Leo, Pisces

Chakra
Throat & Heart

Care
Larimar is soft and sensitive to light and heat: store it in its pouch, away from sunlight.

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Growth

Malachite
Malachite's swirling green bands have been treasured since ancient Egypt, where it was worn for protection. It is the stone of transformation and growth, and no two patterns are ever the same.

Zodiac
Scorpio, Capricorn, Taurus

Chakra
Heart

Care
Malachite is a soft stone: keep it away from water, chemicals and knocks.

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Intuition · June birthstone

Moonstone
Moonstone has been tied to the moon for thousands of years. Romans believed it was formed from frozen moonlight, and it is still the stone people reach for at the start of something new. Its soft blue flash, called adularescence, moves as you move, so no two glances are ever the same.

Zodiac
Cancer, Libra, Scorpio

Chakra
Crown & Sacral

Care
Moonstone is a softer gem, so store it separately and take it off for the gym, gardening and cleaning.

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Inspiration · October birthstone

Ethiopian Opal
Every opal holds a whole rainbow. Ancient Romans thought opal held the power of every gemstone at once, and called it the queen of gems. Our Ethiopian (Welo) opals flash with fire in every colour.

Zodiac
Libra, Cancer, Scorpio

Chakra
Crown

Care
Opal is delicate: avoid water, knocks and sudden temperature changes, and store it on its own.

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Harmony

Opalite
Opalite is a luminous, man-made glass loved for its dreamy glow: milky white in one light, blue or peachy-gold in another. It is popularly worn as a stone of harmony and smooth transitions.

Zodiac
Cancer, Libra

Chakra
Third Eye

Care
Wipe clean with a soft cloth and store separately to avoid scratches.

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Positivity · August birthstone

Peridot
Peridot is one of the few gems formed deep in the earth's mantle, and it has even been found in meteorites. Ancient Egyptians called it the "gem of the sun".

Zodiac
Leo, Virgo, Libra

Chakra
Heart & Solar Plexus

Care
Clean gently with a soft cloth and avoid sudden temperature changes.

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Healing

Prehnite
Known as the "healer's stone", prehnite has a soft, dewy green glow that seems to come from inside. It is traditionally worn for inner peace, emotional healing and unconditional love.

Zodiac
Libra, Virgo

Chakra
Heart

Care
Wipe with a soft damp cloth and avoid harsh chemicals.

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Self-love

Rose Quartz
Rose quartz is the stone of unconditional love. Legend says Aphrodite gave it to the world, and it has been a token of love and friendship ever since. Its soft pink is gentle, warm and endlessly romantic.

Zodiac
Taurus, Libra

Chakra
Heart

Care
Keep out of strong sunlight to preserve its delicate pink.

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Romance · July birthstone

Ruby
Ruby has been called the "king of gems" for centuries: a stone of passion, protection and fearless love. Its fiery red was believed to hold an eternal flame.

Zodiac
Leo, Cancer, Sagittarius

Chakra
Root & Heart

Care
Ruby is extremely hard. Clean with warm soapy water and a soft brush.

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Wisdom · September birthstone

Sapphire
Sapphire has been worn by kings and queens as a symbol of wisdom, loyalty and truth. Its deep, velvety blue has represented faithfulness for centuries.

Zodiac
Virgo, Libra, Taurus

Chakra
Third Eye & Throat

Care
Very durable. Warm soapy water and a soft brush keep it sparkling.

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Focus

Tiger's Eye
Roman soldiers carried tiger's eye into battle for courage. Its silky golden bands shift in the light like the eye of a big cat. It is the stone of focus, confidence and clear vision.

Zodiac
Capricorn, Leo, Gemini

Chakra
Solar Plexus

Care
Durable and easy to love: polish with a soft dry cloth.

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Clarity · November birthstone

Topaz
Topaz has been treasured since ancient Greece as a stone of strength and clarity. Its bright, faceted sparkle catches every bit of light.

Zodiac
Sagittarius, Scorpio

Chakra
Throat & Heart

Care
Very hard-wearing. Clean with warm soapy water.

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Compassion · October birthstone

Tourmaline
Tourmaline comes in more colours than almost any other gem. Ancient Egyptians believed it travelled up a rainbow, gathering every colour on the way.

Zodiac
Libra, Scorpio

Chakra
Heart

Care
Durable. Warm soapy water and a soft brush are all it needs.

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Protection · December birthstone

Turquoise
Turquoise is one of the oldest protection stones in the world, treasured by ancient Egyptians, Persians and Native American cultures alike. Travellers carried it for safe journeys, and it is still given as a talisman of good luck, honesty and calm.

Zodiac
Sagittarius, Pisces, Scorpio

Chakra
Throat

Care
Turquoise is porous: keep it away from perfume, lotions and water so its colour stays rich.

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