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Birthstone

April Birthstone

April's birthstone is diamond, the hardest known gem and the classic choice for engagement rings.

Diamond

Mohs 10

The hardest natural material; colorless is classic, but diamonds occur in yellow, brown, pink, blue, and black.

Modern birthstone
Diamond
Traditional / alternates
White sapphire, White topaz
Color
Colorless

Born in April? Your birthstone is the diamond. Prized for unmatched hardness (a perfect 10 on the Mohs scale) and brilliant fire, it's colorless in its classic form but also occurs naturally in yellow, pink, blue, and black.

What the April birthstone means

Diamond symbolizes strength, clarity, and eternal love — fitting, as it's the hardest gem on earth.

Is your April birthstone real?

Birthstones are among the most-imitated gems — diamond especially is often simulated by glass or synthetics. The fastest way to check what you actually have is to photograph the stone and run it through the free Gemstone Identifier, then confirm whether it's natural with the Is It Real? tool. For what a piece is worth, get a free jewelry appraisal.

Frequently asked questions

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