birthstone
noun
birth·stone
ˈbərth-ˌstōn 
: a gemstone associated symbolically with the month of one's birth
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The inside band was set with peridot (Meghan’s August birthstone), sapphire (Harry’s September birthstone), and emerald (their son Prince Archie’s May birthstone, as he had just been born the same month as their anniversary).
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Rachel Burchfield,
InStyle,
25 June 2026
Whitney and Conner's bands were designed by Katie Clark and featured their birthstones.
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Michelle Lee,
PEOPLE,
22 June 2026
Puzzle features architectural stacking rings, and small sliding birthstone charms to add to necklaces.
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Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
26 May 2026
The charm is set with customizable birthstones that allow the wearer to represent specific people, relationships, or moments.
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Anthony Demarco,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2026
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Rachel Burchfield,
InStyle,
25 June 2026
Whitney and Conner's bands were designed by Katie Clark and featured their birthstones.
—
Michelle Lee,
PEOPLE,
22 June 2026
Puzzle features architectural stacking rings, and small sliding birthstone charms to add to necklaces.
—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
26 May 2026
The charm is set with customizable birthstones that allow the wearer to represent specific people, relationships, or moments.
—
Anthony Demarco,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2026
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“Birthstone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/birthstone. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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birthstone
noun
birth·stone
-ˌstōn
: a gemstone associated with the month of one's birth
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