Personalized birthstone jewellery: what type of birthstone should I choose?

Personalised birthstone jewellery is a popular present idea for special occasions such as birthdays, christenings or anniversaries. Considered to bring both good luck and protection, birthstones are most commonly used in necklaces and bracelets for both young and old. 
What is a birthstone?
A birthstone is a gem stone symbolizing the month you were born in the Gregorian calendar, that has poems which match every month with its birthstone. Numerous cultures do have their own list of birthstones yet this calendar reflects those of English-speaking societies. 
January
Birthstone: Garnet
This January birthstone naturally comes in a variety of different shades, with the most popular colour being rhodolite (a pink-purple.) With its supposed healing power, this particular birthstone protects and gives strength to the individual wearing it. Some individuals wear personalised birthstone jewellery with garnet as a way of demonstrating dedication and also affection. 
February
Birthstone: Amethyst
The most valued part of the quartz family, amethyst is a beautiful birthstone for February. It is a purple birthstone, with shades varying from lavender to deep purple. High quality amethyst is deep purple along with flashes of rose pink, which makes it a common choice for personalised birthstone jewellery. In past times it's been utilized to treat different complaints which range from hearing disorders or headaches to alcohol addiction. 
March
Birthstone: Aquamarine 
Aquamarine, as the name implies, is a blue stone that belongs to the beryl family. Selection of shades include the palest blue (so pale that it’s almost colourless) to a deep blue-green (teal). This range of colours means that aquamarine will complement any skin tone or eye colour, which makes it ideal for a personalised birthstone jewellery present. This birthstone also provides courage, serenity as well as contentment to the wearer.
April
Birthstone: Crystal Quart
In past times it was believed that April’s birthstone, crystal quartz was a compressed bit of ice (from the Greek name ‘crystallos’, meaning ‘ice’.) It's a cheaper alternative to diamonds, and therefore is frequently used in personalised birthstone jewellery. Like other birthstones it has healing properties and boosts one’s spiritual well-being.
May
Birthstone: Emerald and Chrysopras
Just like aquamarine, emerald (from the old French word ‘esmeralde’ meaning ‘green gemstone’) comes from the beryl family, while chrysoprase is a green variety of chalcedony. Coming in many different shades of green (greenish-yellow to apple green), it gives the individual several choices when choosing what sort of personalised birthstone jewellery they would like. It is said to improve memory as well as mental capacity while getting rid of pessimism.
June
Birthstone: Pearl 
Organic gems found in oysters (sea pearls) as well as mussels (freshwater pearls), pearls vary in colour from creamy-white, lilac-pink or peach-pink to grey and also black. Again this colour selection gives the individual a vast choice when building their personalised birthstone jewellery. They make for a great present at a religious ceremony because pearls are believed to bring purity, faith, wisdom and sincerity.
July

Birthstone: Ruby
July’s birthstone, ruby (from the Latin ‘rubens’, which means ‘red’) has always been considered one of the most valuable birthstones. This is often an expensive option in personalised birthstone jewellery but traditional gem lore says that rubies will provide financial security to the wearer.
August
Birthstone: Peridot
A precious variety of the mineral olivine, peridot is one of the oldest known birthstones, going back to the ancient Egyptians. One may pick peridot as a birthstone jewellery gift as it literally means ‘give richness’ in Greek. It will also bring the wearer openness in love and relationships.
September
Birthstone: Sapphire
Sapphire gives any purchaser of birthstone jewellery a vast choice, because it's a form of corundum which comes in several shades. The less expensive sapphire found on the high street has often been produced in labs but natural mined sapphires are recommended for personalised birthstone jewellery. Sapphires will bring the wearer serenity, joy and success.
October
Birthstone: Opal
Opal can be found in several colours and varieties, but the natural pink variety is used most often in personalised birthstone jewellery. It is a soft birthstone, which is believed to soothe depression, promote creativity and help the wearer find true love. 
November

Birthstone: Citrine
This birthstone is a yellow variety of quartz, varying in colour from pale yellow to reddish brown. If the individual wishes to promote comfort and protection, they should choose citrine to put in their personalised birthstone jewellery.

December

Birthstone: Turquoise

Turquoise is a birthstone that varies in colour from green to sky blue, with or without matrix (black lines running through the stone.) Particularly favoured by the ancient Egyptians, turquoise is considered to relieve the wearer of depression and enhance confidence. It is a token of friendship and makes an excellent choice for a personalised birthstone jewellery present to a friend or loved one.