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February Birth Flowers: Violet and Primrose
Two small woodland flowers share February. Here is what the violet and the primrose look like, what they have stood for and how to give them.
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December Birthstones: Turquoise, Tanzanite and Zircon
December has more birthstones than any other month, all in shades of blue. Here is which list names which stone and how to choose.
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December Birth Flowers: Narcissus and Holly
A winter bulb grown indoors and an evergreen with red berries share December. Here is what the narcissus and holly have stood for.
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Birthstones by Month
Every month's birthstone in one chart, with the modern American list, the older traditional stones and the British alternatives side by side.
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Birthstone Colors by Month
Each month has a birthstone color: red for January, purple for February, pale blue for March. See the full chart and the stones behind it.
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Birth Flowers by Month
Every month has one or two birth flowers. Here is the full list, what each flower traditionally means and how the custom began.
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August Birthstones: Peridot, Spinel and Sardonyx
Peridot, spinel and sardonyx share August. Here is where each one came from, how they differ and which suits everyday wear.
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August Birth Flowers: Gladiolus and Poppy
A sword-leaved summer spike and a red field flower share August. Here is what the gladiolus and the poppy have stood for.
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April Birthstone: Diamond
April's birthstone is diamond, the hardest gem of all. Here is its meaning, its colors, lab-grown options and simple care advice.
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April Birth Flowers: Daisy and Sweet Pea
A lawn daisy and a scented climber share April. Here is what the daisy and the sweet pea look like and what they have meant.