Swarovski crystal birthstone colours provide a precise and consistent colour match for every birth month, giving jewellery makers, nail technicians and gift buyers a reliable guide to the right crystal colour for each month of the year. This guide covers the recommended Swarovski crystal colour for each of the 12 birthstone months, explains why birthstone colour lists vary and shows how to combine birthstone colours into personalised jewellery designs.
Why Do Birthstone Lists Vary?
The correct birthstone for any given month varies depending on the source consulted, and multiple versions of the birthstone list can all be simultaneously correct. Across history there have been many disagreements and rewrites over which gemstones represent each month. Britain's National Association of Goldsmiths, the American Gem Trade Association and Jewellers of America have all established their own lists at different times, producing variations that persist today. The country and era in which a list was compiled can produce substantially different results for the same birth month.
In practice there is usually a general colour theme associated with each month, and the recommended Swarovski crystal colours below all aim to match or complement that colour theme. For many months more than one gemstone is traditionally associated with the birth month, meaning more than one Swarovski crystal colour can be technically correct. The recommendations below reflect the most widely used and visually accurate colour matches for each month.
Swarovski Crystal Birthstone Colours by Month
Browse the birthstone crystals collection to shop all 12 birthstone colours across Swarovski, Serinity and Preciosa beads, pearls, pendants and fancy stones.
- January โ Garnet: Siam. A deep vivid red that closely matches the natural garnet gemstone.
- February โ Amethyst: Amethyst. A rich purple violet tone matching the natural amethyst gemstone.
- March โ Aquamarine: Aquamarine. A soft clear blue-green tone matching the natural aquamarine gemstone. Bloodstone is an alternative March birthstone but Aquamarine is the most widely used colour match.
- April โ Diamond: Crystal. A clear colourless tone matching the brilliance of a natural diamond.
- May โ Emerald: Emerald. A rich vivid green tone matching the natural emerald gemstone. Chrysoprase is an alternative May birthstone but Emerald is the most widely used colour match.
- June โ Pearl: White Pearl. A classic luminous white pearl tone matching the traditional June birthstone. Moonstone is an alternative June birthstone but White Pearl is the most widely recognised colour match for jewellery making.
- July โ Ruby: Ruby. A deep vivid red tone matching the natural ruby gemstone. Carnelian is an alternative July birthstone but Ruby is the most widely used colour match.
- August โ Peridot: Peridot. A warm yellow-green tone matching the natural peridot gemstone. Red Spinel and Sardonyx are alternative August birthstones but Peridot is the most widely used colour match.
- September โ Sapphire: Sapphire. A deep rich blue tone matching the natural sapphire gemstone. Lapis Lazuli is an alternative September birthstone but Sapphire is the most widely used colour match.
- October โ Opal: Rose. A soft warm pink tone evoking the delicate blush of natural opal. Tourmaline is an alternative October birthstone.
- November โ Topaz: Topaz. A warm golden amber tone matching the traditional November topaz birthstone. Citrine is an alternative November birthstone but Topaz is the most widely used colour match.
- December โ Blue Zircon: Blue Zircon. A bright vivid blue tone matching the natural blue zircon gemstone. Tanzanite and Turquoise are alternative December birthstones.
Beyond the Month: Day of the Week and Zodiac Birthstones
Beyond monthly birthstones, there are also traditional gemstone associations for each day of the week and each zodiac sign. Combining the day stone, month stone and zodiac stone creates a unique three-colour combination that the wearer could feel truly defines their personal place in time. This approach is particularly popular for bespoke jewellery commissions where the client wants a genuinely personalised colour story rather than a single birthstone colour.
For inspiration on turning birthstone colour combinations into wearable jewellery pieces, browse the Bluestreak Craft Studio for project guides and tutorials covering birthstone bracelet making, pendant necklaces and multi-stone designs.
Birthstone Crystals for Jewellery Making
All 12 birthstone colours are available across Swarovski, Serinity and Preciosa crystal beads, pearls, pendants and fancy stones at Bluestreak Crystals, giving jewellery makers the flexibility to choose the right brand and product type for each birthstone jewellery project. Browse the complete birthstone crystals for jewellery making collection filtered by birth month, or visit the Swarovski crystals collection for the complete Swarovski range across all colours and product types.
Buying Birthstone Crystals from Bluestreak
Bluestreak Crystals is an official Swarovski Authorised Distribution Partner, supplying the complete genuine range of Swarovski crystals to businesses, professionals and individual buyers worldwide. Every crystal is 100% authentic, sourced directly from Swarovski Wattens Austria, with consistent batch quality, reliable colour matching and full lead-free REACH compliance. For tiered pricing on bulk and repeat orders, apply for a trade discount.
FAQs
What is the Swarovski crystal colour for each birth month?
The 12 Swarovski birthstone colours are: January Siam (garnet), February Amethyst, March Aquamarine, April Crystal (diamond), May Emerald, June White Pearl, July Ruby, August Peridot, September Sapphire, October Rose (opal), November Topaz, December Blue Zircon. Each colour is precision-matched to the traditional birthstone gemstone for accurate colour representation in jewellery making.
Why are there different birthstones for the same month?
Birthstone lists vary because different jewellers' associations have established competing lists at different times โ Britain's National Association of Goldsmiths, the American Gem Trade Association and Jewellers of America all maintain their own lists. The country, era and tradition consulted produces different results. Several months have two or three traditional birthstones, meaning multiple Swarovski colour choices can all be technically correct.
What Swarovski colour is used for a March birthstone?
Aquamarine is the recommended Swarovski crystal colour for March birthdays โ a soft, clear blue-green tone matching the natural aquamarine gemstone. Bloodstone is an alternative March birthstone but Aquamarine is the most widely used colour match for jewellery making. Available in Swarovski beads, pearls, pendants and flatback crystals.
What Swarovski colour matches a June birthstone?
White Pearl is the recommended Swarovski crystal colour for June birthdays โ a classic luminous white pearl tone matching the traditional June birthstone. Moonstone is an alternative June birthstone but White Pearl is the most widely recognised match for jewellery making. Use Swarovski 5810 round white pearls in 4mm-10mm for the classic look.
Can I make birthstone jewellery with Serinity or Preciosa instead of Swarovski?
Yes โ all 12 birthstone colours are available across Swarovski, Serinity and Preciosa, giving jewellery makers flexibility on price point and product type. Serinity (Austrian-made, around 10% below Swarovski pricing) uses the same colour names. Preciosa MAXIMA offers similar colour matches at a more accessible price point. All three deliver excellent birthstone colour representation.
What is a good gift idea using birthstone crystals?
Personalised birthstone jewellery is one of the most popular bespoke gift ideas: birthstone pendant necklaces, birthstone bracelet charms, birthstone stud earrings and birthstone keepsakes. For family pieces, combine multiple family members' birthstones into a single pendant or bracelet. For couples, combine the two birthstones in matching pieces. The Bluestreak Craft Studio has project guides for each style.
Are there zodiac birthstones as well as monthly birthstones?
Yes โ traditional gemstone associations exist for each zodiac sign as well as each day of the week. Combining the day stone, month stone and zodiac stone creates a unique three-colour combination that defines the wearer's personal place in time. This three-stone approach is particularly popular for bespoke commissions and high-end personalised jewellery where the client wants a richer colour story than a single birthstone.
