Gems of Virtue Birthstone Art

Birthstones are more than just pretty jewels that accompany every month—they’re also associated with a person’s emotional qualities, like kindness, loyalty, and creativity. Artist Shaunda Hale incorporates these personality traits into her dazzling, gem-encrusted mixed-media pieces.

• Every heart-shaped collage is made with real stones that represent the month’s associated birthstone.
• Shaunda lists three positive qualities tied to each birthstone, plus the stone’s name and month.
• January (Garnet): loving, tenacious, and loyal
• February (Amethyst): caring, confident, and perceptive
• March (Aquamarine): spirited, devoted, and kind
• April (Clear Quartz, representing diamond): creative, assured, and reliable
• May (Jade, representing emerald): clever, authentic, and purposeful
• June (Moonstone, representing pearl): kindhearted, inspiring, and wise
• July (Strawberry Quartz, representing ruby): caring, genuine, and positive
• August (Peridot): radiant, committed, and poised
• September (Lapis Lazuli, representing sapphire): determined, warm, and confident
• October (Rose Quartz, representing pink tourmaline): loyal, thoughtful, and creative
• November (Citrine, representing topaz): genuine, joyful, and resilient
• December (Turquoise): insightful, honest, and courageous
• Arrives in a shadowbox frame that measures 6″L x 1 1/2″W x 8″H.
• Handmade in Connecticut.