August Birthstone Jewelry: Peridot Rings

Patrick Adair Designs

This one is for the Leo's and Virgo's born in the month of August. August is the month of transition from summer to fall. Most people associate the beautiful fall leaves with the month of August. August also happens to be one of three months with more than two birthstones. The traditional birthstone for August is the Sardonyx, which is an elegant black onyx stone. The two modern options for the August birthstone are the Green peridot and blue spinel.

These stones carry special significance for those born in August. In this post, we will lay out the meaning behind the peridot birthstone, specifically.

PERIDOT JEWELRY - GEM COLOR

The peridot stone is green, usually fluctuating between pale green and the color of a lush forest. Though uncommon, it is not unheard of to also find genuine peridot in brown to olive green and lime-like shades. That being said, shades that emulate grass, trees, and green olives are more common.

MEANING AND PROPERTIES

Because of the color green, peridot symbolizes the environment and natural renewal. It is said to have healing properties that boost your immune system and improve the quality of your skin. Beyond physical benefits, peridot also soothes stress and relieves anger.

The peridot represents some esteemed values, such as purity, wisdom, courage, and wealth. It brings power and influence to the wearer. This makes the peridot stone perfect for anyone in your life born in the month of August. The peridot is also supposed to protect the wearer from bad dreams or nightmares — especially when set in yellow gold. Likewise, it allegedly offers protection from black magic, evil, and other negative forces!

Because the peridot is commonly found in the ashes from volcanic eruptions, the stone is said to be the tears of the volcano goddess, Pele. Wearers of this stone are often enchanted by this story from ancient times. One special thing about the peridot stone is that it looks the same in both natural and artificial light. If you gift someone this stone, it communicates that they have an unwavering beauty. Because of the soft color of this stone, it is sometimes called the "evening emerald." The stone itself has fair to good toughness, making it an ideal choice for everyday wear.

Now that you know more about the peridot stone, let's talk about some jewelry options for this eye-catching gemstone.

Because the peridot is commonly found in the ashes from volcanic eruptions, the stone is said to be the tears of the volcano goddess, Pele. Wearers of this stone are often enchanted by this story from ancient times. One special thing about the peridot stone is that it looks the same in both natural and artificial light. If you gift someone this stone, it communicates that they have an unwavering beauty. Because of the soft color of this stone, it is sometimes called the "evening emerald." The stone itself has fair to good toughness, making it an ideal choice for everyday wear.

Now that you know more about the peridot stone, let's talk about some jewelry options for this eye-catching gemstone.

ORDER A CUSTOM PERIDOT RING

Whether you are buying a peridot ring for yourself or for a loved one, a Patrick Adair Designs Custom Glowstone Ring is the best way to do it. You can choose the style, stones, and colors that mean the most to you. While we don't specifically offer peridot as an option for our custom glowstone rings, we are happy to do any custom orders with the beautiful gemstone.

If you are browsing through our selection and don't see what you are looking for, that is okay. You can reach out to our team and we can help you find what you need. All of our rings are handmade and made to order, so designing a custom ring is no problem at all.

In addition to selecting the August birthstone as your gem of choice, we also have a wide selection of glowing rings that can emulate the spring-green color of the peridot. Just ask our support team about creating a peridot birthstone ring. We are happy to help you!

HOW TO CLEAN PERIDOT JEWELRY

Peridot ranks from 6.5 to 7 on the Moh's Scale of Hardness making it one of the harder stones available. This means it is fairly hard, durable, and scratch-resistant. On top of this, peridot is also extremely easy to maintain and clean. It can be cleaned with a soft cloth and mild soap or any household cleaners that aren't too concentrated. Its beautiful color along with easy maintenance make peridot a great everyday jewelry option.

AUGUST BIRTHSTONE JEWELRY MAKES THE BEST GIFT

Peridot jewelry is an amazing gift for anyone born in the month of August. It also makes a great gift for yourself! Now that you know the significance behind the peridot stone, your gift of August birthstone jewelry is more meaningful than ever.

We have a wide selection of rings with customizable stone options. No matter your birth month, we can find something that suits your needs. Shop our Full Collection Below

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