Taurus Birthstone
The Taurus birthstone is Emerald — plus the lucky gems tied to Taurus's months and meaning.
What is the Taurus birthstone?
The main Taurus birthstone is Emerald. Emerald — the stone of Venus, Taurus' ruler — embodies love, loyalty and abundance, reflecting the Bull's devotion to beauty, comfort and lasting security.It's the stone most associated with Taurus's earth energy and grounded nature.
Taurus birthstones by month
Taurus season runs Apr 20 – May 20, spanning two calendar months — so Taurus is linked to both monthly birthstones:
Other lucky stones for Taurus
Beyond Emerald, Taurus is traditionally associated with Sapphire, Diamond, Rose Quartz. Each is thought to support a different side of the Taurus personality — from confidence and protection to love and clarity — so choose the one whose meaning speaks to you.
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What is the Taurus birthstone?
The primary Taurus birthstone is Emerald. Because Taurus (Apr 20 – May 20) spans two calendar months, it's also linked to Diamond (April) and Emerald (May), plus other traditional stones like Sapphire, Diamond, Rose Quartz.
What crystal is best for Taurus?
Emerald is the classic choice, but Taurus also resonates with Sapphire, Diamond, Rose Quartz. Emerald — the stone of Venus, Taurus' ruler — embodies love, loyalty and abundance, reflecting the Bull's devotion to beauty, comfort and lasting security.
What are the Taurus birthstones by month?
Taurus covers April (Diamond) and May (Emerald), so people born under Taurus can wear either monthly birthstone as well as the Taurus zodiac stone, Emerald.
Can I wear a birthstone that isn't my exact month?
Yes. Zodiac birthstones are chosen for the sign's energy rather than a single date, so any Taurus-associated stone works. Wear whichever one you're drawn to — the meaning matters more than the calendar.
More on Taurus
Read the full Taurus zodiac sign guide, discover the Taurus spirit animal, or see every sign's birthstone: