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When it comes to birthstones<\/a>, some gems are more than just beautiful\u2014<\/span>they\u2019re<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>downright luxurious. In this guide,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>we\u2019ll<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>explore which birthstones top the price charts,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>revealing\u00a0<\/span><\/span>the most coveted and valuable gems<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>as well as the more affordable ones.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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What Is the Most Expensive Birthstone?<\/h2>\n

The\u00a0<\/span><\/span>natural\u00a0<\/span><\/span>diamond<\/a> is considered the most expensive birthstone.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>A top-quality stone can\u00a0<\/span><\/span>easily outshine\u00a0<\/span><\/span>nearly every<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>other gem in both value and brilliance.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Its<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>sparkle,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>rarity<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>and durability<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>have\u00a0<\/span><\/span>made it a symbol of luxury and celebration for centuries.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Most Expensive Birthstones<\/h2>\n

Ruby<\/h3>\n

Rich, red and rare<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>in its purest\u00a0<\/span><\/span>form<\/span>,<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>the ruby<\/a> is one of the priciest birthstones you can wear.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>The finest rubies\u2014especially those from Myanmar (formerly Burma)\u2014can be more expensive than diamonds. Color is everything here: a deep, vivid red, sometimes called \u201c<\/span>pigeon\u2019s<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>blood,\u201d is the most sought-after.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Sapphire<\/h3>\n

Sapphires<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/span>are treasures in every shade<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>The deepest blues and\u00a0<\/span>clearest stones<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>are\u00a0<\/span><\/span>highly valued,<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>while f<\/span>ancy sapphires in pink, yellow and even\u00a0<\/span><\/span>padparadscha<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>(a rare pin<\/span>k-oran<\/span>ge hue) can\u00a0<\/span><\/span>also\u00a0<\/span><\/span>command i<\/span>mpressive\u00a0<\/span><\/span>prices<\/span>.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Emerald<\/h3>\n

Emeralds<\/a> are loved for their lush green color, but finding a flawless specimen is rare.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Most emeralds have tiny inclusions, which actually add to their character.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>High-quality emeralds from Colombia can fetch prices rivaling diamonds.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Alexandrite<\/h3>\n

Alexandrite<\/a> changes color depending on the light, shifting from green in daylight to red under incandescent light. Its rarity and\u00a0<\/span><\/span>mesmerizing\u00a0<\/span><\/span>color-changing ability make it one of the<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>most\u00a0<\/span>extraordinary and luxurious\u00a0<\/span><\/span>birthstones out there.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Spinel<\/h3>\n

While not\u00a0<\/span><\/span>traditionally as<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>famous, red\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/span>spinels<\/span><\/a>, an alternative August birthstone,<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>can rival rubies in\u00a0<\/span><\/span>both\u00a0<\/span><\/span>beauty and price. Historically, many \u201crubies\u201d in royal crowns were actually\u00a0<\/span><\/span>spinels<\/span>. If\u00a0<\/span><\/span>you\u2019re<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>looking for something unique and valuable, this is a gemstone worth considering.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Least Expensive Birthstones<\/h2>\n

Garnet<\/h3>\n

Garnets<\/a> are famed for their deep red glow, though they can come in other colors too.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>They\u2019re<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>widely available and durable, making them\u00a0<\/span><\/span>a great choice<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>for beautiful, budget-friendly jewelry. While the rare spessartite or demantoid garnets can<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>reach significant sums<\/span>, most garnets are very accessible.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Peridot<\/h3>\n

Peridot\u2019s bright green sparkle makes it instantly recognizable. This gem is\u00a0<\/span><\/span>relatively abundant<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>and easy to source, which keeps its price\u00a0<\/span><\/span>approachable<\/span>.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>It\u2019s<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>perfect for<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>a meaning<\/span>ful gift\u00a0<\/span><\/span>without splurging.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Citrine<\/h3>\n

Citrine<\/a>\u00a0<\/span>glows like liquid sunshine and<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>is wonderfully\u00a0<\/span><\/span>wallet-friendly<\/span>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>This\u00a0<\/span><\/span>cheerful<\/span>\u00a0stone is widely available and\u00a0<\/span><\/span>affordable<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>so\u00a0<\/span><\/span>it\u2019s<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>easy for any jewelry lover to enjoy, especially the November-born.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Blue Topaz<\/h3>\n

Blue topaz<\/span>, December\u2019s gift in gemstone form,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>appear<\/span>s<\/span>\u00a0in shades from pale sky blue to<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>intense\u00a0<\/span><\/span>London blue. Natural blue topaz is rare, but most of what you see in jewelry has been treated to enhance its color, keeping it<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>beautiful and within reach.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Amethyst<\/h3>\n

Once considered more precious than diamonds,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>amethyst<\/a>, February’s birthstone, is<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>now plentiful and affordable. Its<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>regal\u00a0<\/span><\/span>purple color makes it a standout stone without<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>the top-tier cost.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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FAQs<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n

What Month Has the Most Expensive Birthstone?<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n

April\u2019s diamond is the most expe<\/span>nsive birthstone.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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What Are the Three Most Expensive Birthstones?<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

The three most expensive birthstones are diamond (April), ruby (July) and emerald (May).<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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What Is the Most Expensive December Birthstone?<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n

The most expensive December birthstone is tanzanite. Read more about this<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>dazzling stone<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>in our December Birthstone Guide<\/a>.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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