What is October Birthstone and What Are The Benefits?

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Birthstones are a big attraction for many people, especially those who believe in the wonders of wearing birthstones. We have lucky stones for people born every month and in every zodiac sign too. Then the Vedic Astrologers suggest gemstones based on planetary positions and planetary transits in the birth chart of individuals.

If you follow month-based astrology and are born in the month of October and want to know what your birthstone is, this blog is for you. In month-based astrology, we have one birthstone for each month of the year.

Opal and Tourmaline are the gemstones that people born in the month of October can wear. However, these gemstones are not restricted to only October-born individuals, if people born in October wear them, it can bring immense good luck to them. Individuals can wear any of the two lucky gemstones, Opal, which is a traditional lucky stone for October borns and Tourmaline which is a modern one. 

So, let us get into more details and understand what these Opal and Tourmaline gemstones are. 

October Birthstone Opal 

The word Opal finds its origin in the Sanskrit word ‘Upala’. Known for its changing hues, Opal keeps changing colours in the shades of the rainbow. So, every day you go out, you feel like wearing a new gemstone. This is why Opal is loved by many people for its beautiful colour-changing surface. 

Who should wear the Opal gemstone?

Gemstone Opal represents the planet Venus and Venus is known to be the planet of love, relationship, compatibility, sensuality and other similar traits. Therefore, if you want to strengthen these factors in your horoscope or if these factors are missing in your horoscope or life, Opal is the gemstone for you.

Venus (Shukra) is also the planet of comfort, luxury and extravagance.  Therefore, if you are suffering from a financial crisis, or want to make your finances stronger, Opal gemstone is for you. 

Also, Opal is the birthstone for individuals born in October and also for the Taurus and Libra zodiac signs.

Venus is also the planet of sexual desires, romance, sensuality and fertility. Therefore, people who find these lacking in their lives can wear Opal gemstones. 

What Are the Benefits of Wearing the Opal Gemstone? 

Here are some of the benefits of wearing the Opal gemstone: 

• The October birthstone, Opal, is beneficial for stomach disorders and eye-related problems.
• Opal gemstone is beneficial in curing sexual or menstrual disorders.
• It is also believed to bring good luck, happiness and positiveness to the individual.
• It helps in the improvement of the kidneys. 
• Brings good fortune to the wearer.
• If you want fortune in your life, consider wearing the Opal. 
• It also helps in curing skin problems.
• The gemstone is very helpful with Parkinson’s problems.
• People dealing with legal issues can benefit by wearing Opal.
• It adds creativity, passion and strength to a wearer.
• Brings stability to a troubled marriage
• It is also useful in healing spine and blood-related problems
• Connects you to positive energies. 

Steps to Follow to Wear Opal Gemstones

As per our astrologers, Friday is the best day to wear the opal gemstone. Make sure you wear the stone at 12 p.m. 

• The index finger is the right finger for the opal gemstone. Also, wear it in the hand that is more active for you.
• Use silver, platinum or gold to bind the Opal stone for ring purposes. 
• Take one spoonful of curd, honey, Gangajal, and tulsi leaves, and leave your ring immersed in it for 10 minutes as a purification (Suddhikaran) process.
• While wearing the opal ring recite the mantra “Aum Shukraye Namah”.

October Birthstone Tourmaline

Tourmaline is the second birthstone for October-born individuals. It means ‘stone mixed with colour’, Tourmaline gemstone too just like Opal is a stone with multicolour hues. Also, this gemstone comes in multiple colours and each colour has its own characteristics. Like, black tourmaline is good for increasing the self-confidence of the wearer. Pink tourmaline is for those who want to add maturity, compassion and gentleness to their relationships. Green tourmaline is good for those seeking to be more courageous and build more stamina.

Can You Wear the Tourmaline Gemstone?

Let us try to find out who should wear a Tourmaline gemstone.

• According to birth month astrology, one must gift an October birthstone tourmaline to their spouse on their eighth marriage anniversary. 
• A Red tourmaline is very beneficial for those suffering from fertility issues. 
• It is beneficial for people with heart issues. It is believed Tourmaline opens the heart chakra and stimulates resonance.  
• Not just October-born, but September-born zodiac signs Libra and Scorpio can also wear the Tourmaline for benefits.
• For Scorpios, Black Tourmaline is advised as it is good for people with inner conflicts. 

What Are The Benefits of Tourmaline Gemstone? 

Tourmaline gemstone is another October Gemstone that is effective in removing negative emotions like anger, misery and depression.

• Similar to Opal, tourmaline is also known for bringing forth the romantic side of a person. 
• The Pink Tourmaline has got stress-buster qualities. So, if you get stressed often, you must carry a tourmaline with you in your purse or handbag or anywhere close to you in your stressful situations.
• Green tourmaline is the stone for you if you are suffering from sleeplessness. This stone is also helpful for babies if kept close to them. 
• Tourmaline is also good for balancing the inner and outer self.
• This October birthstone is also good for skin problems, nervous system and respiratory organ disorders.
• Tourmaline gemstone is the best substitute for diamond, which means if you are unable to afford a diamond, you can wear Tourmaline.  
• It also helps in enhancing forgiveness in a person and brings joy and peace. 
• Wear it with a necklace to protect yourself from heat-related injuries. 
• Tourmaline stone also protects the wearer from electromagnetic harm.
• This October birthstone tourmaline also helps in protecting you from jealous people. 
• If you need a stone for spiritual awakening, wear blue tourmaline.

Steps to Follow to Wear Tourmaline Gemstone

Here is what you must do before wearing a tourmaline gemstone. 

• Black tourmaline is very effective when it comes to eliminating negative energies. Before you wear this stone immerse it in a bowl of clean and fresh spring water for 24 hours.
• Wear October tourmaline gemstone on the little finger of your most-used hand. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it necessary to be born in October to wear Opal? 

A: No, you can wear Opal even if you are born in the zodiac signs Taurus and Libra. Also, as per Vedic astrology, birth chart analysis is done by astrologers before they prescribe any stone to any individual. Therefore, you can also consult an astrologer to find out if Opal or Tourmaline will suit you. 

Q: Who else can wear Tourmaline apart from October-born natives? 

A: Tourmaline is beneficial for Scorpio and Libra zodiac signs too. However, make sure, you have consulted a professional and experienced astrology practitioner before wearing any gemstone. 

Q: What is common between Opal and Tourmaline?

A: Apart from being October birthstones, both Opal and Tourmaline have a colour-changing appearance. Both the stones have multiple-colour hues. 

Q: How can we wear these gemstones?  

A: You can wear them as a pendant, ring or necklace, as you wish. If there are any specifics, your astrologer can guide you. 

Q: How to clean by birth gemstones Opal and Tourmaline?

A: The best way to clean this stone is using warm soapy water. However, keep them away from scratchy items or hard surfaces as these can easily get scratched. 

Q: How good are gemstones when it comes to transforming life for good? 

A: Gemstones are beneficial in transforming life positively. The stones attract positive energies to your surroundings helping you in every sphere of life. However, this is possible only when you are wearing the correct stone. Therefore, always make sure you have consulted a professional astrologer before buying any stone on your own. 

Consult our expert astrologers to know more about gemstones for a good, happy and successful life.