December Birthstone: Turquoise Meaning, Color & Jewelry
If you or someone you love was born in December, your birthstone is the turquoise — a sky blue gem associated with luck, success, and protection. Here's everything to know about the December birthstone, its meaning and history, and how to wear it in jewelry made just for you.
At Stellera & Co., every turquoise piece is made to order in nickel-free 925 sterling silver, so you can choose exactly the stone that's yours. This guide is part of our complete birthstones by month series.
About the December birthstone: Turquoise
December offers several blue birthstones. Turquoise has a relaxed, bohemian charm, tanzanite glows a rich violet-blue, and blue zircon sparkles with brilliant fire. Because each stone is a little different, no two pieces are ever exactly alike — part of what makes a turquoise feel so personal.
What the turquoise means
The turquoise is associated with luck, success, and protection. Turquoise is one of the oldest known gems, worn for protection and good fortune by ancient civilizations from Egypt to the Americas. It has always been considered a lucky stone. Worn close, it's a quiet daily reminder of those qualities — for yourself, or for the person you're giving it to.
How to wear turquoise jewelry
Turquoise feels easy and casual, while tanzanite offers something a little more special for evening. Wear it solo for a quiet, personal look, or layer it with an initial or name piece to tell a fuller story. A personalized birthstone necklace is a lovely way to feature a single turquoise. When choosing a finish, remember that cooler skin tones tend to glow in silver and white finishes, while warmer tones suit gold and rose gold — though the birth month always comes first.
Turquoise as a December birthday gift
Because it's tied to a specific person and month, a turquoise piece is one of the most thoughtful gifts you can give someone born in December — a birthday present that says 'I know you' in a way a generic gift never can. It's equally meaningful for Mother's Day, anniversaries, or welcoming a December baby, and it arrives gift-ready. For more ideas, see our personalized jewelry gift guide.
Shop December birthstone jewelry
Browse made-to-order turquoise pieces in the birthstone necklace collection, or explore the full range of birthstone jewelry to find necklaces, bracelets, and anklets for every month.
Pair it with the December birth flower
For a doubly personal gift, pair the turquoise with December's birth flower — the narcissus, which stands for hope and renewal. Combining a birth flower and birthstone captures both traditions in a single keepsake; learn more in our birth flowers by month guide.
Caring for your turquoise jewelry
To keep your piece looking its best, take it off before showering, swimming, or applying perfume and lotion, and store it dry in a soft pouch away from other jewelry. A gentle buff with a soft cloth restores shine to sterling silver. With a little care, a made-to-order turquoise piece will stay bright for years.
Frequently asked questions
What is the December birthstone?
The December birthstone is the turquoise, a sky blue gem symbolizing luck, success, and protection.
Does December have more than one birthstone?
Yes. Alongside turquoise, December is also associated with tanzanite & zircon — simply choose the one you love most.
Are the birthstones real gemstones?
Our birthstone accents are crafted from brilliant cubic zirconia in each month's signature color, set in nickel-free 925 sterling silver for a hypoallergenic, everyday-friendly piece.
How long does a personalized piece take?
Each piece is made to order, so production takes about 2-3 weeks, with a total delivery time of roughly 3-4 weeks.
More birthstones: ← November: Topaz
Part of our birthstones by month series — find the stone that tells your story.
