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In the Western world, it is very common to wear gemstones according to the month
of birth. According to the consensus arrived at a meeting Of the National Association
of Jewelers held in 1912 in Kansas City, USA, the birth stones are as under:
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Month of Birth
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Birth Stone
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January
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Garnet
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February
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Amethyst
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March
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Blood Stone
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April
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Diamond
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May
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Emerald
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June
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Pearl
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July
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Ruby
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August
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Sardonyx, Alternative Peridot
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September
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Sapphire
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October
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Opal, Alternative Tourmaline
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November
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Topaz
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December
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Turquoise, Alternative Lapis Lazuli
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