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Crystals for December
December's birthstone is turquoise. The month is shared by Sagittarius and Capricorn, holds the festival of Yule, and its full moon is traditionally the Cold Moon.
Birthstones
Turquoise has been prized for thousands of years. Watch out for dyed howlite sold as turquoise.
Sagittarius stones (22 November – 21 December)
Crystal tradition links Sagittarius with Turquoise, Sodalite, Lapis lazuli, Smoky quartz and Ruby. Full Sagittarius crystal guide.
Capricorn stones (22 December – 19 January)
Crystal tradition links Capricorn with Garnet, Smoky quartz, Onyx, Black tourmaline and Shungite. Full Capricorn crystal guide.
Stones for Yule
Many people decorate a seasonal altar for Yule with Garnet, Clear quartz and Bloodstone. See the Wheel of the Year.
The Cold Moon
December's full moon is the Cold Moon, named for the cold of midwinter. Near the solstice the full moon rides highest in the sky and stays up longest. Full moon names.
All December stones
Turquoise, Lapis lazuli, Howlite, Sodalite, Garnet, Smoky quartz, Onyx, Clear quartz and Bloodstone.
December stones in the shop
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Questions answered
What crystal is for December?
Turquoise is the December birthstone; Sagittarius stones include Turquoise and Sodalite; Capricorn stones include Garnet and Smoky quartz.
What is a good crystal gift for a December birthday?
A turquoise piece, or the stone of their star sign.
Key facts (summary)
- December's birthstone is turquoise.
- Turquoise is the December birthstone; Sagittarius stones include Turquoise and Sodalite; Capricorn stones include Garnet and Smoky quartz.
- A turquoise piece, or the stone of their star sign.
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