Welcome to IAGL
International American Gemological Laboratory (IAGL)
International American Gemological Laboratory (IAGL) is a professional gemological laboratory established in 2015 in Islamabad, Pakistan. We specialize in the identification, examination, and certification of gemstones, providing detailed and professionally prepared gemological reports.
Our laboratory is led by a Gemologist who is a certified graduate of the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), bringing internationally recognized gemological training and expertise to every examination.
At IAGL, we provide clear and reliable gemstone assessments for jewelers, collectors, dealers, and private clients, helping clients make informed decisions about their gemstones.
IAGL — Professional Gemological Expertise. Trusted Reports.
Birthstones by Month
Birthstones by Month
Birthstones are gemstones traditionally associated with each month of the year. Each birthstone has its own unique color, beauty, symbolism, and gemological characteristics. Explore the birthstones below to learn more about the gemstone associated with your birth month.
January – Garnet
Garnet is the traditional birthstone for January. It is best known for its deep red color, although garnets occur in a wide range of colors. Garnet is commonly associated with protection, strength, friendship, and lasting commitment.
February – Amethyst
Amethyst is the purple variety of quartz and the birthstone for February. Its color ranges from delicate lilac to deep purple. It is traditionally associated with peace, clarity, balance, and spiritual wisdom.
March – Aquamarine
Aquamarine is a blue to blue-green variety of beryl and the birthstone for March. Its clear, ocean-like appearance makes it a popular jewelry gemstone. It is traditionally associated with calmness, courage, serenity, and protection.
April – Diamond
Diamond is the traditional birthstone for April. Known for its exceptional hardness, brilliance, and durability, diamond is one of the world's most valued gemstones. It is commonly associated with strength, purity, commitment, and everlasting love.
May – Emerald
Emerald is the green variety of beryl and the birthstone for May. Its rich green color makes it one of the most highly valued colored gemstones. Emerald is traditionally associated with renewal, growth, prosperity, and good fortune.
June – Alexandrite
Alexandrite is a rare and highly valued variety of chrysoberyl known for its remarkable color-changing effect. It can appear green or bluish-green in daylight and reddish-purple under incandescent light. It is associated with transformation, balance, and good fortune.
July – Ruby
Ruby is the red variety of corundum and the birthstone for July. Fine rubies are prized for their vivid red color and exceptional durability. Ruby is traditionally associated with passion, courage, vitality, and strength.
August – Peridot
Peridot is a green gemstone and the traditional birthstone for August. Its fresh yellowish-green to olive-green color is distinctive and naturally occurring. It is traditionally associated with happiness, prosperity, protection, and positive energy.
September – Sapphire
Sapphire is the birthstone for September and belongs to the corundum mineral family. Although blue is the most recognized color, sapphire occurs in many other colors. It is traditionally associated with wisdom, loyalty, integrity, and protection.
October – Pink Tourmaline
Pink tourmaline is commonly associated with October. Tourmaline occurs in a wide variety of colors, with pink varieties being especially popular. Pink tourmaline is traditionally associated with love, compassion, emotional balance, and kindness.
November – Topaz
Topaz is one of the traditional birthstones for November. It occurs in several colors, including colorless, yellow, blue, and pink. Topaz is traditionally associated with strength, confidence, abundance, and good fortune.
December – Blue Zircon
Blue zircon is commonly associated with December. Zircon is a natural gemstone known for its strong brilliance and attractive colors. Blue zircon is traditionally associated with wisdom, prosperity, tranquility, and good fortune.
About Birthstones
Birthstones have a long history of cultural and traditional significance. Today, they are popular choices for jewelry, gifts, personal collections, and commemorative pieces. Each gemstone can vary considerably in color, clarity, cut, treatment, and overall quality.
The appearance and value of a gemstone depend on several factors, including its natural characteristics, quality, origin, treatments, and craftsmanship. Professional gemological examination can help determine the identity and characteristics of a gemstone.
Birthstone Jewelry
Birthstone jewelry is a meaningful way to celebrate a person's birth month. Rings, pendants, earrings, bracelets, and other jewelry pieces can feature birthstones in a variety of cuts and designs. The choice of gemstone should consider both its beauty and its durability for the intended type of jewelry.
Gemological Identification
At International American Gemological Laboratory (IAGL), gemstones can be examined and identified based on their gemological characteristics. A professional gemological examination may help determine the gemstone species or variety and identify relevant treatments or characteristics.
Find Your Birthstone
Discover the gemstone associated with your birth month and learn about its unique beauty, traditional symbolism, and gemological characteristics.
Note: Birthstone associations can vary between traditional, modern, and regional lists.