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Aquarius Birthstone Guide: Lucky Gems & Their Meanings

aquarius birthstoneIf you were born under the Aquarius zodiac sign, you have both traditional monthly birthstones and lucky zodiac gemstones that match your one-of-a-kind personality with unique benefits. 

Both gemstones and astrology have roots dating back thousands of years. Humans have looked down at the Earth’s crystals and up at the stars, seeking inspiration or answers, for centuries. 

Different folks over time wore certain gemstones to resolve illnesses, bring luck, provide protection… the list goes on. So, what stone should Aquarius wear?

We’ll be answering that today as we go over the traditional monthly Aquarius birthstones and some lucky Aquarius zodiac stones!

Before we can do that, though, let’s establish what Aquarius signs are all about. 

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What Does Being An Aquarius Mean?

Being born between January 20th and February 18th makes you an Aquarius, but what does that mean exactly? 

Some positive traits of Aquarius signs include being ingenuitive, independent, and humanitarian. On the other hand, some negative traits associated with Aquarius include being emotionally detached, stubborn, and contrarian. 

Part of that stubbornness may come from the fact that Aquarius is a fixed sign. Fixed signs fall in the middle of a season — in this case, winter. While that can make them stubborn or hard-headed, it also makes them reliable, hard-working, and stable. 

Aquarius is represented by the water-bearer, which symbolizes the sign sharing wisdom with the world. Indeed, Aquarians are known for wanting to make the world a better place. They value individuality and fighting for the greater good. 

Beyond their basic personality, Aquarians are ruled by Saturn traditionally and Uranus in modern interpretations. Saturn is the planet of self-discipline and responsibility, while Uranus is the planet of innovation and progress. 

Aquarius is also associated with the 11th house, which governs friendship, originality, and high hopes. 

Despite what most might guess, Aquarius is not a water sign. Rather, it’s one of the air signs, which are all about intellect, expression, and expansion. 

That covers the basics, so next, we’ll go over the traditional monthly birthstones of those born during Aquarius season. 

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Monthly Birthstones for Aquarius

Traditions relating to 12 birthstones for the 12 months of the year have roots in Biblical texts, though the modern tradition started around the 1500s. The modern list of monthly birthstones, however, was established in 1912, standardized by the National Association of Jewelers. It was then modified in 1952 by the Jewelry Industry Council of America. 

Since Aquarius dates fall in both January and February, there are two sets of monthly birthstones attached to the sign. There are multiple January birthstones and February birthstones, so we’ll go over each one. 

But what is Aquarius’ main birthstone? The main Aquarius birthstone (month-wise) is arguably the first on our list, garnet, as it can be both a January and February birthstone. 

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January: Garnet

Garnet has been a January birthstone long before the modern standardized lists, and it’s still the top birthstone for these New Year babies. 

When you hear “garnet,” you probably think of a deep red stone. But “garnet” actually covers a complex, expansive family of gems with different colors and optical properties. This is perfect for Aquarius signs, who notoriously hate being put into a box. 

You can find diversely colored garnet varieties like orange spessartite, green demantoid, purple rhodolite, and more. Special optical properties can be seen in star garnets and color-changing garnets. 

This Aquarius birthstone meaning encompasses commitment, passion, and friendship.

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January: Rose Quartz

Rose quartz is another January birthstone, often worn with red garnet. The stone itself is a pink form of quartz, often with a soft, milky appearance. 

This gem has only recently been considered a January birthstone, often labeled a “secondary” option to complement garnet. Compared to the deeper hues of other birthstones on this list, this Aquarius birthstone color is softer, bringing out the more emotional side that Aquarians tend to hide. 

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January: Emerald

The third January birthstone on our list is emerald. Emerald is a green beryl variety and one of the four precious gemstones. Though it’s often considered a May birthstone, emerald is a January birthstone in older Tibetan calendars. 

Emeralds symbolize intellect, honesty, and growth. Some believe emeralds allow for insight into the future. 

For our Valentine’s babies, what are the Aquarius February birthstones?

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February: Amethyst

Like garnet is for January, amethyst is the number-one February birthstone on both historical and modern lists. The stone is similar to rose quartz in being a colored quartz variety, but amethyst is purple instead of pink. If you prefer the lighter shades of rose quartz, you can always go with the lavender Rose de France amethyst

As an Aquarius birthstone, amethyst helps you establish stronger, long-lasting friendships — a crucial part of any Aquarius’ wellbeing! Plus, amethyst is a powerful Pisces birthstone as well. 

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February: Zircon

Before our modern standardized lists, one of the February birthstones was hyacinth, an outdated term referring to zircon. Zircon is a natural gem that comes in virtually any color. Ancient zircons found in 2014 are the oldest pieces of Earth currently known, dating back roughly 4.4 billion years!

Part of why zircons can be so old is their durability. They’ve survived numerous catastrophic events on Earth, matching the resilience of Aquarius in the face of adversity.

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February: Jasper

The last February birthstone is jasper, a chalcedony variety with plenty of subtypes of its own. Essentially, any opaque, color-banded (or patterned) chalcedony is jasper (translucent color-banded chalcedony stones are agate.) 

The vast variety of jaspers means there’s a style and pattern for every Aquarius style — from elegant black and white zebra jasper to autumn-hued fancy jasper to landscape-like picture jasper. Spiritually, jasper is called the “Stone of Stability.” 

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Zodiac Stones for Aquarius

Unlike monthly birthstones, zodiac stones aren’t standardized in any way. Different astrologers — and even different astrological traditions — may consider various different gems lucky or beneficial to a particular zodiac sign. 

For instance, many western astrologers consider amethyst the main Aquarius birthstone, but Ayurvedic astrologers associate Aquarius with the first stone on our list: blue sapphire.

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Blue Sapphire

The sign Aquarius was traditionally ruled by the planet Saturn, so many Ayurvedic or Hindu astrologers consider blue sapphire (called Neelam) an Aquarius stone. In fact, one possible origin of the word “sapphire” comes from the Sanskrit term sanipriya, meaning “sacred to [the planet] Saturn.” 

As a healing stone, sapphires aid Aquarians by encouraging personal growth and preventing you from feeling trapped or held back. The gem is said to help you discover your greater purpose in the world. 

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Turquoise

Like sapphire, turquoise is a planetary star stone for Aquarius. Turquoise is a blue-green stone that was historically popular in ancient Persia and among Native Americans. 

Turquoise is believed to be lucky and protective. Vedic astrologers recommend Aquarians wear turquoise in jewelry, like an Aquarius birthstone necklace. 

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Amazonite

In modern astrology, Aquarius is ruled by Uranus, the planet of innovation, rebellion, and friendships. Amazonite is a stone for Uranus and a great crystal for Aquarius. 

Amazonite is a blue-green feldspar variety that’s nicknamed the “Stone of Truth.” Spiritually, amazonite empowers Aquarius to go on a journey of self discovery to uncover their own truths and identity.

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Moonstone

Like amazonite, moonstone is another feldspar variety lucky for Aquarius. The gem is best-known in its white form with light blue adularescence (a type of glow that appears to come from inside the stone). However, moonstones come in many colors!

The spiritual nickname for moonstone is the “Stone of New Beginnings.” A moonstone Aquarius birthstone ring is perfect for providing emotional strength and keeping stress away. 

Finally, what is the Aquarius stone to finish our list?

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Anhydrite (Angelite)

The last Aquarius crystal on our list is anhydrite, commonly nicknamed “angelite.” This stone is basically gypsum (selenite) without water — Aquarians are often mistaken as water signs, but they’re actually air signs, despite being “water-bearers.” 

The benefits of angelite for Aquarius encompass easing tension and stubbornness, replacing these feelings with empathy and inner peace. 

Now, what is Aquarius' power color? As you can see from most of the blue gemstones listed above, the main Aquarius power color is blue!

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Ready to Benefit from Aquarius Birthstones?

After all that, what is the lucky stone for Aquarius? It’s up to you! The best Aquarius birthstone is the one you feel drawn to, even if it isn’t on this list. That said, the gems we’ve discussed are sure to bring out your best, innovative Aquarius self!

To quote fellow Aquarius Ed Sheeran, “Be original; don’t be scared of being bold.”

Explore Aquarius crystals and more in our gemstone shop!


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