Though not as well known as the common Western zodiac or the Chinese zodiac, Celtic tradition also provides us with a zodiac. This system is based on their thirteen lunar months, each one of which is associated with its own gemstone. Should the birthstones of your more recognized zodiac signs leave you wanting, consider incorporating your Celtic stone into your jewelry.
- Damh: (Dec 24th – Jan 20th) Represented by the golden eagle, the white stag, and the birch, this month’s birthstone is Rock Crystal.
- Corr: (Jan 21st – Feb 17th) Represented by the crane, the green dragon, and the rowan, this month’s birthstone is Peridot.
- Ron: (Feb 18th – Mar 17th) Represented by the seas, the seahorse, the seagull, and the ash, this month’s birthstone is Coral.
- Art: (Mar 18th – Apr 14th) Represented by the bear, the fox, the hawk, and the alder, this month’s birthstone is Ruby.
- Nathair: (Apr 15th – May 12th) Represented by the adder, the hare, the sea serpent, and the willow, this month’s birthstone is Moonstone.
- Beach: (May 13th – June 9th) Represented by the bee, the owl, and the hawthorn, this month’s birthstone is Topaz.
- Dobhan: (June 10th – July 7th) Represented by the wren, the otter, the white horse, and the oak, this month’s birthstone is Diamond.
- Kati: (July 8th – Aug 4th) Represented by the cat, the unicorn, and the holly, this month’s birthstone is Carnelian.
- Braden: (Aug 5th – Sept 1st) Represented by the crane, the salmon, and the hazel, this month’s birthstone is Amethyst.
- Eala: (Sept 2nd – Sept 29th) Represented by the lizard, the hound, the white swan, and the vine, this month’s birthstone is Emerald.
- Geadh: (Sept 30th – Oct 27th) Represented by the boar, the butterfly, the goose, and the ivy this month’s birthstone is Opal.
- Cailleach-oidhche: (Oct 28th – Nov 24th) Represented by the hound, the owl, and the reed, this month’s birthstone is Jasper.
- Bran: (Nov 25th – Dec 22nd) Represented by the badger, the black horse, the raven, and the elder, this month’s birthstone is Jet.
