August Birthstone: Peridot

If you were born in August, your birthstone is one of jewellery’s most distinctive gemstones: peridot.

Recognised for its fresh, luminous green colour, peridot has been admired for centuries and is one of the few gemstones found naturally in only one colour family. From soft olive tones to vibrant lime greens, its character comes from the gemstone itself rather than treatments or added colour. 

Peridot has long been associated with positivity, renewal and protection.

Throughout history, the gemstone has been believed to bring good fortune and ward off negative energy. Its fresh green colour has also made it synonymous with nature, growth and new beginnings.

For those looking to mark a birthday, celebrate a loved one or simply add a little colour to their jewellery collection, peridot makes a beautiful and meaningful choice.

The history of peridot

Peridot has a history that stretches back thousands of years.

Some of the earliest known peridot gemstones were sourced from the Egyptian island of Zabargad in the Red Sea. The gemstone was treasured by the ancient Egyptians, who referred to it as a stone of the sun.

Interestingly, some historic gemstones once believed to be emeralds have since been identified as peridot. Its distinctive green colour could easily be mistaken for emerald, particularly in larger historic pieces.

Today, peridot continues to be appreciated for its naturally vivid colour and its connection to ancient jewellery traditions.

Why we love peridot at Cassandra Mamone

At Cassandra Mamone, we love gemstones for the individuality they bring to jewellery.

While diamonds are at the heart of many of our designs, coloured gemstones offer another way to make a piece feel completely personal. Peridot's naturally fresh green colour brings something unexpected to a jewellery collection - whether worn as a subtle detail or allowed to take centre stage. Peridot has a Mohs hardness of around 6.5–7, making it suitable for many types of jewellery. 

For August babies, it is also a beautiful reminder that jewellery doesn't have to be chosen purely for its aesthetic. A gemstone can carry a story, a memory or a connection to a particular moment in time.

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