# November birthstone: Topaz

> The November birthstone is topaz. Its meaning and history, alternatives at gift-friendly prices, November star signs and pieces you can buy in the UK.

URL: https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/birthstones/november
Updated: 2026-10-30

The birthstone for November is topaz. The full list is topaz and citrine. November has two golden stones: topaz and citrine. Much citrine on sale is heat-treated amethyst, a normal part of the trade.

## November birthstones at a glance

- [Citrine](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/crystals/citrine): traditionally linked with sunshine, abundance and optimism, the 'merchant's stone'
- [Tiger's eye](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/crystals/tiger-eye): traditionally linked with courage and confidence; a Roman soldier's charm
- [Amber](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/crystals/amber)

## Where birthstone lists come from

The idea of a stone for each month goes back to the twelve stones on the breastplate of the Jewish high priest, described in the Book of Exodus. The modern list was set by the American National Association of Jewelers in 1912, and Britain's National Association of Goldsmiths published its own list in 1937. That is why some months have more than one stone.

## November star signs

November birthdays fall under [Scorpio](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/zodiac/scorpio/crystals) (23 October – 21 November) and [Sagittarius](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/zodiac/sagittarius/crystals) (22 November – 21 December), so a sign stone is another gift option.

## Gift ideas at every price

- Under £10: a tumbled amber or citrine in a pouch with a card.
- £10–£30: a pendant, bracelet or point in the birthstone colour.
- £30 and over: a sphere, a larger point or a set with a candle and incense. Orders over £40 travel free.

## Care

Hard stones (7 and above on the Mohs scale) can be washed in warm soapy water. Softer and porous stones need a dry cloth only. Each stone page gives specific care.

## Questions

**What is the November birthstone?**

Topaz and citrine.

**What colour is the November birthstone?**

November has two golden stones: topaz and citrine.

**Is there a cheaper alternative to topaz?**

Yes: tiger's eye and amber give a similar look or tradition at a lower price.

**Can I wear a November birthstone if I wasn't born in November?**

Yes, anyone can wear a November birthstone. Birthstone lists are a modern jewellers' tradition (set in 1912 in the US and 1937 in the UK), not a rule, and many people choose stones for their colour or meaning. Citrine, Tiger's eye and Amber are the usual choices.

**What is the zodiac stone for a November birthday?**

A November birthday falls under two star signs, and each has its own traditional stones. Check your exact date, then see the [crystals for November](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/crystals-by-month/november) page, which lists both signs' stones. Many people give the birthstone and a sign stone together.

**Is a November birthstone a good Christmas gift?**

Yes, a November birthstone makes a personal Christmas gift for anyone born in November, even though their birthday is another time of year. It shows you thought about them in particular, and a tumble stone or bracelet is an affordable way to give it.

**Can I order a November birthstone gift in time for Christmas?**

For Christmas delivery, order by mid-December: carriers get busier in the run-up, so earlier is safer, and Royal Mail and other carriers publish their own last posting dates each year. Our standard delivery takes 2–5 working days, and a November birthstone gift travels well in a small padded parcel.

## Related

- [October birthstone](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/birthstones/october)
- [December birthstone](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/birthstones/december)
- [All birthstones](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/birthstones)
- [Crystal gift finder](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/gift-finder)

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