Birthstones

Birthstones








Let’s celebrate when you were born & came into this world!

Each of the 12 zodiac signs correlates to different stones. There is far more than just a single stone associated with each sign, so to keep this list informative, yet brief, we have listed the 4 most well-known stones associated with each sign to assist in guiding you. 

Did you know that in fact every stone is associated with a zodiac sign? Yes! & some relate to more than 1 zodiac sign. So if you would like to enquire about a certain stone & its relative signs, connect & we’d be delighted to assist.

 

Aries (Mesha)

Diamond, Jade, Rose Quartz, Citrine

Western Astrology: March 21 - April 19

Eastern (Vedic) Astrology: April 13 - May 14

 

Taurus (Vrishaba)

Emerald, Agate, Kyanite, Tiger’s Eye

Western Astrology: April 20 - May 20

Eastern (Vedic) Astrology: May 15 - June 14

 

Gemini (Mithuna)

Pearl, Moonstone, Apatite, Serpentine

Western Astrology: May 21 - June 20 

Eastern (Vedic) Astrology: June 15 - July 14

 

Cancer (Karkata)

Ruby, Clear Quartz, Rhodonite, Chrysoprase

Western Astrology: June 21 - July 22

Eastern (Vedic) Astrology: July 15 - August 14

 

Leo (Simha)

Peridot, Larimar, Onyx, Muscovite

Western Astrology: July 23 - August 22

Eastern (Vedic) Astrology: August 15 - September 15

 

Virgo (Kanya)

Sapphire, Amazonite, Sodalite, Magnetite

Western Astrology: August 23 - September 22

Eastern (Vedic) Astrology: September 16 - October 15

 

Libra (Tula)

Opal, Obsidian, Ametrine, Prehnite

Western Astrology: September 23 - October 22

Eastern (Vedic) Astrology: October 16 - November 14

 

Scorpio (Vrishchika)

Topaz, Sardonyx, Lapis Lazuli, Charoite

Western Astrology: October 23 - November 21 

Eastern (Vedic) Astrology: November 15 - December 14

 

Sagittarius (Dhanus)

Turquoise, Azurite, Labradorite, Smoky Quartz

Western Astrology: November 22 - December 21

Eastern (Vedic) Astrology: December 15 - January 13

 

Capricorn (Makara)

Garnet, Fluorite, Aragonite, Jet

Western Astrology: December 22 - January 19

Eastern (Vedic) Astrology: January 14 - February 11

 

Aquarius (Kumbha)

Amethyst, Angelite, Celestite, Bloodstone

Western Astrology: January 20 - February 18

Eastern (Vedic) Astrology: February 12 - March 12

 

Pisces (Meena)

Aquamarine, Alexandrite, Smithsonite, Sunstone

Western Astrology: February 19 - March 20

Eastern (Vedic) Astrology: March 13 - April 12

 

The Difference Between Western Astrology & Eastern (Vedic) Astrology

 

Now you may have noted above, we have listed 2 sets of dates for each zodiac sign… Why do you ask? Great question! Western Astrology & Eastern (Vedic) Astrology is 2 astrological systems that have similarities & differences.

They both focus on time & space & also both feature 12 zodiac signs. However, where they alter is in the understanding of the positions of the constellations. Because of this, the dates of the signs differ, almost by a full sign.

For instance, if you were born on March 25th & are an Aries sign in Western Astrology, then you are a Pisces in Vedic Astrology.

Here’s why…

Western Astrology is linked to the fixed tropical zodiac systems (see a world map with the fixed alignment of the tropics of Cancer & Capricorn) & mainly depends on the movement of the sun. It also relies on the 4 seasons that represent the sun’s movement, solstices, equinoxes & the tilt of the Earth on its axis. 

However, Vedic Astrology is based on the sidereal zodiac system & is calculated & observed in the sky & the current location of the constellations. It is not fixed like Western Astrology is & takes into account the movement of the Earth's axis. For instance, you may not know that the Earth's axis has varied between 22.1 & 24.5 degrees over the last million years. If this intrigues you, you can discover more about it HERE.

Both systems have their own values & merits & are equally as powerful. It just depends on which resonates more with you. Perhaps both are equally as important to you & you feel you align with both astrological systems. We absolutely recommend delving into your zodiac signs further if you desire to discover more about yourself!

We are available for all your questions about Birthstones & the differences between Western & Vedic Astrology HERE.







 

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