Discover the versatility of the birthstone Zircon

Zircon – May Birthstone

What is the May birthstone and what makes zircon special? Zircon is the May birthstone – a natural gemstone made of zirconium silicate, available in blue, green, red, yellow, and orange. It is an affordable alternative to diamond with a history spanning thousands of years. Explore our May birthstone jewelry.

What is Zircon?

Zircon is a mineral containing zirconium silicate. It is one of the oldest minerals on Earth and has been used in jewelry for centuries. The most common color is blue, but zircon also comes in green, red, yellow, and orange. The different colors are created through heating or chemical treatment.

Zircon vs. Zirconia – What’s the Difference?

Zircon and cubic zirconia (CZ) are often confused, but are very different:

• Zircon – a natural gemstone made of zirconium silicate, known for thousands of years
• Cubic Zirconia (CZ) – a synthetic stone made of zirconium oxide, created as an affordable diamond alternative. Unrelated to zircon

The History of Zircon

Zircon has a rich history dating back thousands of years. As early as 4th century BCE, the stone was mentioned in Sanskrit texts from India as "lalana" (red). Alchemists in the Middle Ages believed that zircon could bring wisdom and wealth. In the 19th century, gemstone-quality specimens were discovered in Cambodia, after which zircon became popular in jewelry. In the 20th century, zircon temporarily fell out of fashion due to the rise of synthetic stones, but has since made a comeback.

May Birthstone: Zirconia as an Affordable Alternative

Because genuine gemstones are expensive and rare, many people opt for birthstone jewelry with cubic zirconia stones. These are affordable for everyone and look beautiful. The color for the May birthstone is emerald green. Explore our May birthstone collection.

What is the May birthstone?

The May birthstone is zircon – a natural gemstone made of zirconium silicate. In jewelry, cubic zirconia (emerald green) is often used as an affordable alternative. Explore our May birthstone collection.

What is the difference between zircon and cubic zirconia?

Zircon is a natural gemstone made of zirconium silicate. Cubic zirconia (CZ) is a synthetic stone made of zirconium oxide – created as an affordable diamond alternative. They are not related to each other.

In what colors is zircon available?

Zircon is available in blue (most common), green, red, yellow, and orange. The colors are created by heating or chemical treatment of the stone.

What color is the May birthstone?

The traditional color for the May birthstone is emerald green. In our collection, we use green cubic zirconia stones as an affordable and beautiful alternative.

Is zircon a good choice for birthstone jewelry?

Yes! Zircon is a beautiful, affordable gemstone with a rich history. For jewelry, many people choose cubic zirconia (CZ) in the corresponding color – affordable, durable, and beautiful. Explore our May birthstone jewelry.