February Birthstone
Amethyst
with the Onyx · Clarity, calm & wisdom
February’s birthstone is the amethyst, the regal purple quartz long associated with clear thinking and sobriety of mind. The ancient Greeks believed it could guard against intoxication — its name means “not drunken”.
What it means
Amethyst is read as a stone of clarity, calm and wisdom — a steadier of racing thoughts and a guard for a sober, focused mind. Worn by royalty and clergy alike, it has long stood for dignity, spiritual insight and peace.
People born in February
Those born in February are often described as amethyst souls: thoughtful, calm and quietly wise, with a clarity of mind that others find steadying. Like the stone said to settle the spirit, they tend to be the level head in a crisis — composed, perceptive and serene under pressure.
What the colours of the amethyst mean
Deep purple amethyst
Wisdom, dignity and spiritual depth.
Lilac amethyst
Calm, gentleness and clarity.
Rose de France
Soft-hearted warmth and openness.
Birthstones of the other months
February birthstone FAQ
What is the birthstone for February?▾
The amethyst is February’s birthstone — a purple variety of quartz symbolising clarity, calm and wisdom.
What does the February amethyst symbolise?▾
Clear thinking, calm and sobriety of mind. The Greeks believed it guarded against excess; royalty wore it for dignity and insight.