August Birthstone Jewelry
August's birthstone is peridot, the lime-green variety of the mineral olivine and one of the few gemstones that occurs in only one color. Its distinctive yellow-green pairs particularly well with warm metal tones and stands apart from every other green gemstone in fine jewelry.
Buyer's Guide for August Birthstone Jewelry
Give the green light to August's birthstone - peridot. Check out Jedora's collection of peridot birthstone rings, necklaces, bracelets and more as green as the summer grass. Though often mistaken for emerald in the past, peridot ranges between the yellowish green and greenish yellow of olives rather than being a dark blueish-green, with some pieces having a brownish tint. Ancient Egyptians called peridot the “gem of the sun” and it is now sometimes associated with compassion.
Wondering how to style August's birthstones?
Once associated with light, peridot brightens up neutral colors like grey, tan, black, and white. Darker green peridot jewelry goes well with hot pink, rust orange or navy blue and lighter green peridot with yellow undertones looks great with maroon, purple and teal.
Wondering how to care for peridot jewelry?
You may not want to wear peridot for Peridot everyday jewelry because it has a factor of 6.5-7 on the Mohs hardness scale and may show wear over time more than other birthstones. To prevent scratches or damage to your jewelry, always remove it while exercising, swimming, bathing, or using harsh chemicals. Wash peridot jewelry with warm water, a mild soap or jewelry cleaner, and a soft cloth. Store peridots separate from other jewelry in a soft cloth or pouch.
