Pisces Birthstones: What They Mean & How to Unlock Their Properties

Get to know each Pisces birthstone and how they complement this whimsical star sign

Co-authored by Glenn Carreau

Last Updated: March 20, 2023 References

What are Pisces’ birthstones?

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Birthstone Properties

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Using Birthstones

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Cleansing Birthstones

What is Pisces’ birthstone, and do they have more than one? While most people associate birthstones with a specific month of the year, Pisces’ birthstones go beyond that—and, in fact, each zodiac sign is associated with several different birthstones, not just one or two. Several of Pisces’ birthstones are connected to their personality traits, including their dreamy energy and keen intuition. Read on for a complete guide to Pisces birthstones, including their properties and how to use them!

Things You Should Know

Pisces’ main birthstones are aquamarine (March) and amethyst (February). Pisces’ other birthstones are bloodstone, jasper, jade, ruby, lapis lazuli, and fluorite.
Birthstones like aquamarine and amethyst can help soothe Pisces, clear their mind, and give them clarity moving forward.
Bloodstone can help activate the chakras, while a birthstone like red jasper can help Pisces feel a bit more grounded.
Lapis lazuli can enhance Pisces’ natural intuition, and fluorite can provide Pisces with spiritual healing when they’re under stress.

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What are Pisces’ birthstones?

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Pisces’ primary birthstones are aquamarine and amethyst. Aquamarine is most often associated with Pisces because it’s the March birthstone, and Pisces governs the period of time between February 19th to about March 20th. However, amethyst is the February birthstone—and therefore also the birthstone for those Pisces born in February.^{[1]
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- Pisces is the 12th sign of the zodiac, ruled by Neptune, the planet of creativity and dreams. Thus, many of this sign’s birthstones are thought to connect them with their mystical side.
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Gems like bloodstone, jade, and ruby are also Pisces birthstones. Though they aren’t the official gems of either month that Pisces traditionally governs, a number of gems are considered Pisces birthstones because they are believed to empower and match Pisces’ energy best. Those gems are bloodstone, jasper, ruby, jade, lapis lazuli, and fluorite.^{[2]
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- As mutable water signs, Pisces are known to be deeply emotional, romantic, imaginative, and intuitive. They’re extremely sensitive and, at times, can be moody.
- The above birthstones are thought to bring out the best of Pisces while giving them the strength and motivation to overcome challenges.

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Birthstone Properties

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Aquamarine is a blue-green gem linked to purification and the sea. Pisces is ruled by the element of water, giving this sign a strong connection to the aquamarine birthstone. Aquamarine is believed to temper Pisces’ moods and help them think with a clear, cool head. It can also embrue Pisces with resilience to help them flow forward through life if they’re in danger of becoming stagnant.^{[3]
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- Aquamarine comes in a range of colors, from a very pale blue, almost clear, to a deep blue-green aqua.
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Amethyst is a purple gemstone with natural calming abilities. When Pisces’ anxiety feels overwhelming, amethyst can help soothe their mind and body. This gemstone can also help open the crown chakra, which is all about intuition and spiritual enlightenment. When Pisces wants to find their spiritual side, using amethyst can help make that connection.^{[4]
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- Amethyst is also thought to relieve feelings of grief, sorrow, and depression. Those struggling may be able to benefit from amethyst’s comforting energy.
- Amethyst is typically a soft purple color, though it can come in a variety of different hues, from pastel pinks and lavenders to deep purple-red shades.
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Bloodstone is a healing stone thought to activate the chakras. Bloodstone has a strong, warrior-like energy, empowering users to make wise decisions and improving self-esteem. In Pisces’ case, bloodstone can bring out their inner strength. Where Pisces has a tendency to cling to negative experiences, bloodstone can spur them to let go of the past and carve out a brighter future.^{[5]
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- Bloodstone can be used to activate any of the chakras since it is associated with removing blocks that make people feel stuck. It also shares a close connection to the base chakra, which can boost creativity and confidence.
- Bloodstone is typically a deep green gem with splatters or speckles of red. Although it can be classified as a type of jasper, it’s usually a combination of jasper and quartz.
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Red jasper is a protective stone that can help ground Pisces. As mutable signs, Pisces can be a bit indecisive at times—and, as they’re ruled by Neptune, they definitely live with their heads in the clouds! Pisces’ boundless creativity is one of their strengths, but sometimes, this sign may need to feel a bit more grounded in reality—and that’s where red jasper can help connect Pisces with their own sense of self.^{[6]
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- Should anyone try to take advantage of Pisces’ generosity and sweet nature, red jasper may also offer some mental protection for Pisces.
- As the name suggests, red jasper typically varies from a deeper reddish-brown hue to a brighter scarlet-red color.
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Ruby is a warm stone thought to bring Pisces luck and confidence. Ruby is usually associated with the element of fire, which might make it seem like a strange fit with Pisces. However, ruby is thought to balance out Pisces’ gentle, easygoing nature with a healthy dose of passion and vigor, bringing luck to all of Pisces’ endeavors and a confident spring in their step.^{[7]
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- Ruby gemstones come in various shades of red, from a lighter pinkish-red to a deep blood-red.
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Jade complements Pisces’ generous and trusting spirit. Jade activates the heart chakra, which influences a person’s sense of empathy and compassion—two things Pisces has in spades. Jade is also believed to bring Pisces prosperity, harmony, and joy, lifting the spirits of this sometimes moody and emotional zodiac sign.^{[8]
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- Jade is typically a shining green gemstone, though it can also come in shades of lavender, red, black, white, yellow, and grey.
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Lapis lazuli is a mystical stone thought to enhance Pisces’ intuition. Pisces is a deeply sensitive and spiritual sign, which makes lapis lazuli the perfect birthstone to boost their natural wisdom and sharpen their intuition. Lapis lazuli can give Pisces the clarity and presence of mind to openly express their inner voice without fearing judgment from others.^{[9]
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- Lapis lazuli can also activate both the third eye chakra, which is connected to perception and awareness and the throat chakra, which is associated with communication and self-expression.
- Lapis lazuli gemstones are usually an intense blue color, ranging from lighter denim blue to a deep, dark purple-blue.
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Fluorite is a healing stone that can strengthen Pisces spiritually. The harmonious energy in fluorite matches Pisces’ relaxed and gentle water sign energy, offering Pisces mental and spiritual healing if they feel overwhelmed. Using Fluorite is believed to build on Pisces’ natural flexibility as a mutable sign, helping them banish negative thoughts, gain inner peace, and go with the flow.^{[10]
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- Fluorite is sometimes called “rainbow fluorite” because samples of it can be found in just about any color of the rainbow—plus shades of white, black, and clear.

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Using Birthstones

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Wear birthstone jewelry to carry their energy with you all day. Pick out a piece of jewelry featuring one of the Pisces birthstones on it, such as a bracelet, necklace, or ring. Alternatively, you could wear a piece of jewelry with multiple different birthstones on it! Wearing birthstone jewelry is a great way to ensure you benefit continually from their energy without having to do anything extra.^{[11]
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- If you don’t like wearing jewelry, you could always slip a piece of your birthstone in your pocket or bag. That way, you’ll still have it close by throughout the day.
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Sit and meditate with a crystal sphere to help you focus. Either place the birthstone directly in front of you or hold it in your hands while you meditate. Making direct contact with the birthstone is believed to help you unlock its properties and feel its energy more deeply. Then, focus on relaxing and clearing your mind as you meditate.^{[12]
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Turn a crystal worry stone in the palm of your hand. A worry stone is simply a small, polished gemstone with a thumb-shaped indentation, usually oval-shaped. Carry the worry stone around with you, and when you feel stressed, hold the stone between your index finger and thumb. Gently stroke the stone back and forth with your thumb and let the soothing energy calm your nerves.^{[13]
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- Worry stones are often used as a way to relieve stress, much like squeezing a stress ball or taking deep breaths.
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Place a birthstone in your home to improve the energy there. Is there an area of your home that could benefit from a birthstone? Think about which birthstone you want to use, its properties, and where they might help most. Then, simply place that birthstone somewhere in your home where you (and anyone else living there) can benefit from its positive power.^{[14]
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- For example, since amethyst is so soothing, placing a piece of it on your bedside table or under your pillow is believed to help you sleep at night.
- You could place an aquamarine in your study or home office to help bring you clarity and promote calm reflection.
- Similarly, you could try placing lapis lazuli in a central location, like a living room or dining room, since it can help to improve communication.

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Cleansing Birthstones

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Smudge your birthstones with incense to cleanse them. To begin, grab an incense stick and light it. Then, hold the birthstone in your hand and move it through the smoke rising from your incense stick back and forth. The smoke from the incense should cleanse your birthstone of negative energy, ensuring that it’s ready for use again.^{[15]
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- Cleansing gemstones is important because they can absorb so much negative energy that they become less effective when over time.
- Your birthstones (and other gemstones) will likely need to be cleansed on a regular basis every month or so.
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Leave your birthstones outside in a patch of moonlight. Alternatively, if you need an easy way to cleanse birthstones, you can always bring them outside at night and place them somewhere that gets lots of natural moonlight. Leave the birthstone outside in the moonlight overnight and retrieve it in the morning. Voila! It should be completely cleansed.^{[16]
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