March birthstones: Aquamarine and Bloodstone

March has two birthstones: aquamarine, the colour of the sea, and bloodstone, the traditional March stone that old rhymes associate with wisdom and courage in difficult days.

Aquamarine — Serenity and clarity.
Bloodstone — Wisdom and steadiness in difficult moments, according to the March and Aries rhymes.

What the March stones symbolise

Symbolism comes from traditional gem lore. It is cultural, not a promise of any effect.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the birthstone for March?

The official modern March birthstones are aquamarine and bloodstone (Jewelers of America / American Gem Society list). The older traditional list gives jasper, bloodstone.

Which zodiac signs are born in March?

March births fall under Pisces or Aries, depending on the day.

Other months

Official modern list	Aquamarine, Bloodstone
Traditional list	Jasper, bloodstone
Old Hindu list (Kunz, 1913)	The gold Siva-linga
Zodiac signs	Pisces · Aries