Peridot is the Birth Stone of August

If you have a special event in August, you can make a statement with an elegant piece of jewelry adorned with alluring green peridot. This beautiful gemstone in light-green, yellow-green or brown-green colors is the birthstone of August.

This unique stone was first found in Alexandria (Egypt), but the name was derived from Greek “peridona” – “the one that brings abundance”. This gemstone has other names as well. The oldest one is chrysolite which means “golden stone” in Greek.  Another name is olivine which as you can guess is taken from its olive color. The Mongols called these gems – “the stones of the dragon” as they were often found in rocks and volcanoes.  Egyptians called peridot “the stone of the sun” as it was too bright to be seen in the sunlit desert.

Nowadays peridots are also called “evening emeralds” as the peculiar yellow shade vanishes under the artificial light and green color becomes deeper and richer.  It is also believed that peridot is exactly the same “emerald” stone that the Emperor Neron looked through during the fire that was set by him. Peridot is not an ordinary stone that you can dig out of the ground as it exists near the shores, deep in the seas or is a part of volcanic rock or lava. Researchers also found it in meteorites and on the Moon.

Magic properties of peridot were known from the old times. Sorcerers often used it as omen. It was believed that this gem protects from witcheries, evil-eye and hoodoo. It defended home from evil spirits and burglary. Bad dreams, enemies and dangers will not bother you when you are under protection of this olive stone. Having calming green color it allows to assert oneself without being aggressive, concentrate and create something new. This gem helps you to choose correct and safe way in life. Sometimes it is even said that the owner can foresee the future while wearing an accessory with peridot.  It is also advised for young couples to wear the same (similar) talismans made of peridot to preserve love and happiness.

If you intend to give an elegant gift on birthday or a special occasion in August, beautiful peridot earrings, necklace and a ring will make a perfect choice as a gift to Ukraine