Birth stone jewelry is one of those gifts that you almost can't go wrong with. I say almost because there are actually those individuals that don't like their birth stone. Let's face it, we didn't get to choose what month we were born. But if you've ever seen the recipient wearing her birth stone, then it's a safe bet you can get a piece with that stone that the person will love.

Birth stone jewelry makes the ideal gift for a number of different occasions. You don’t have to wait for the person’s birthday to give this type of gift. In fact there are quite a few occasions that are perfect for these gemstone presents from a loved one. Consider the affair and think of how you can personalize the occasion with a gift of birth stone jewelry.

There are many occasions that call for a present with a personal touch. Of course, the ideal time for a birth stone jewelry gift is on the person’s birthday. You can definitely make an impact with the thoughtful present. Once you have chosen the right stone for the person’s birthday month you have made the first step in finding just the right birth stone jewelry present.

The next thing to consider is the receiver’s tastes. Would she prefer a large cocktail ring or an understated pair of earrings? Does she like gold accents or is she a fan of sterling silver. Birth stone jewelry is comprised of more than a gem or two so put a little thought into it.

Again, all you need to do is open your eyes. Maybe you don't know if she likes white gold, yellow gold or silver. And maybe you're not sure if she prefers large stones or small. All you need to do is look and she what she typically wears. Pick up on the clues. They're out there if you know where to look.

You may want to consider the occasion as well. Birthdays are perfect for this kind of gift but you can make a bigger impact by giving a gift of birth stone jewelry on different occasions. I chose to make birth stone jewelry the gift for my bridesmaids. They were thrilled that I took the time to have special necklaces designed with all of our birthstones together in one piece.

Two of my attendants were born in October and two were born in April. My birth stone jewelry is blue topaz. I had a jeweler create necklaces that had a blue topaz gem in the center surrounded by two diamonds. The two diamonds were surrounded by two opals. The necklace was the perfect representation of the five of us.

The gifts turned out to be a little expensive but they were worth every penny. My friends and I get together on the anniversary of my bridal shower party and we each wear our birth stone jewelry to the get-together. These items are worn proudly by all of us and we actually can’t wait to wear them each year.

They make great gifts for attendants. Mother’s Day is the perfect occasion for these gems as well. Birth stone jewelry is definitely not just for birthdays. I’m sure that you can think of other occasions for these great jewels.

All you need is some basic information - the month the person was born, and what type of jewelry they like best. Then birth stone jewelry will be a gift sure to please almost any recipient on almost any occasion.