Birthstone Gift Ideas You'll Want To Keep For Yourself

Whether you're buying for a sibling or for secret santa at work, purchasing presents for people is a notoriously tricky task - but now you no longer have to dread the process!

Birthstone gifts are incredibly personal and sentimental, plus they demonstrate you've gone that extra mile rather than just settling for generic gift. They're also incredibly affordable too and come in a selection of prices, so whatever your budget you can treat your loved ones to an extra special gift.

From necklaces to rings there's a whole range of gifts available on the high street, in a variety of styles to suit different taste!

If you're unfamiliar with birthstones, here's a list to help you on your shopping endeavours:

January - Garnet February - Amethyst March - Aquamarine April - Diamond May - Emerald June - Pearl July - Ruby August - Peridot September - Sapphire October - Opal November - Topaz December - Blue topaz

This is our edit of the best birthstone gifts available right now - some are so beautiful you may end up purchasing them for yourself!

Chamilia Soiree Sterling Silver Birthstone Ring, £45.00, Ernest Jones

This opulent ring is perfect for a special occasion and looks beautiful stacked with other sterling silver rings! So if you're buying for someone who loves rings already, this could be a great addition to their collection.

Heart Birthstone Charm, £35.00, Pandora

Charm bracelets are brilliant because they can be incredible personal, so the selection of birthstone charms from Pandora are a great gift for someone who already has a charm bracelet. The range offers a different stone for each calendar month and every charm comes with a decorative sterling silver set.

Lucky Hamsa Birthstone Charm Necklace, £22, Jamie London at notonthehighstreet.com

The hamsa hand symbolises protection and brings the owner happiness, luck, health and good fortune - so is a great gift in itself! However you can also customise this handmade necklace by selecting a specific birthstone to feature in the palm of the hand. This finishing touch makes it extra special and incredibly thoughtful!

Sterling Silver Mini Birthstone Charm, £55.00, Links of London

These adorable charms from Links of London are perfect for everyday wear. Charm bracelets are personal pieces of jewellery but this gift makes for a great birthday present as it celebrates an individual's birth month and the traits that go with it!

Birthstone Locket Necklace, £55.00, Rachel Jackson at notonthehighstreet.com

This beautiful handmade necklace is packed full of crushed gemstones and features a glass front to keep them in place. The pendant is a brilliant unique gift and is available in four different materials: silver plated, gold plated, sterling silver and rose gold plated!

Birthstone Droplet Ring, £40.00, Pandora

Pandora's new collection of birthstone rings are the perfect sentimental gift. The understated, elegant design features a simple silver band with the chosen gemstone set in the middle as the main attraction. What could make a better birthday gift?

Diamond Pendant, £140.00, The Jewel Hut

The Jewel Hut has a great election of birthstone pendants like this emerald one. This lavish gift is perfect if you're looking to treat a special someone!

Birthstone Bracelet, £50, Molly Brown London

This beautiful contemporary bracelet is effortlessly chic and looks great with any outfit. This delicate bracelet makes for a perfect personalised present!

Birthstone Stud Earrings, £45.00, Pandora

These sterling silver studs from Pandora are a truly thoughtful gift for someone this season. They're an incredibly versatile gift as they're great for everyday wear and for dressing up an outfit and making it extra special.