Choosing birthstone jewellery

Check the stone identity behind the association

Birthstone traditions provide a starting point for a gift, but the product specification determines the gemstone you are buying. Aquamarine Blue Sapphire is sapphire in an aquamarine-like colour; Morganite Pink Sapphire is also a sapphire palette. A colour resemblance does not make either stone the mineral that inspired its name.

Make the gift practical as well as personal

Compare the selected gemstone’s care needs and the piece’s dimensions, metal and fittings. For earrings, check the pair and backing; for pendants, check chain inclusion and length; for rings, confirm sizing. Ask for clarification where the month association and the product material are not the same.

Designs to compare

A question worth asking

Does an aquamarine-coloured sapphire count as aquamarine beryl?

No. It remains sapphire. If you want the specific mineral associated with a birthstone tradition, confirm the material rather than choosing from colour alone.

2026 Award Nominations

Award Winning Jeweller

We’re proud to be recognised consistently by the UK jewellery industry’s leading awards programmes. In 2026, Lily Arkwright has been shortlisted for Branded Boutique of the Year at the Professional Jeweller Awards and Bridal Jewellery Retailer of the Year at the UK Jewellery Awards, reflecting our continued commitment to exceptional customer service, product innovation, and ethical craftsmanship.

These latest nominations build on previous industry recognition, including being shortlisted for Bridal Jewellery Retailer of the Year at the 2025 UK Jewellery Awards and Independent Retailer of the Year at the Professional Jeweller Awards 2025. We were also finalists for Retail Team of the Year at both the Retail Jeweller Awards and Professional Jeweller Awards in 2024, recognising the passion, expertise, and dedication of our team.

We’re honoured to be recognised for helping thousands of couples find the perfect engagement rings and wedding rings, with a strong focus on choice, transparency, and personalisation. As an award-winning jeweller, we remain committed to delivering exceptional service, exceptional craftsmanship, and responsibly sourced lab-grown diamonds, moissanite, and natural diamonds, ensuring every customer can find a ring that perfectly reflects their love story.

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