August's Gemstone is Peridot
This birthstone for August is often seen as a brilliant olive green. This gemstone is available from many different sources and is an attractive addition to any collection.
This gem has been mined on an island in the Red Sea since 1500 BC. The Ancients considered Peridot to be the gem of the sun. They believed that it would send evil spirits away, lessen one·s thirst when placed underneath the tongue, and to drive out nighttime terrors when placed in gold.
Garnet
Garnet is the birthstone for January
Amethyst
Amethyst is the birthstone for February
Aquamarine
Aquamarine is the birthstone for March
Diamond
Diamond is the birthstone for April
Emerald
Emerald is the birthstone for May
Alexandrite
Alexandrite is the birthstone for June
Ruby
Ruby is the birthstone for July
Peridot
Peridot is the birthstone for August
Sapphire
Sapphire is the birthstone for September
Opal
Opal is the birthstone for October
Precious Topaz
Precious Topaz is the birthstone for November
Blue Zircon
Blue Zircon is the birthstone for December
