peridot

August’s birthstone, the peridot, is a light green, old, global birthstone that has been found in volcanic lava in Hawaii. The Egyptians called peridot the “gem of the Sun” and believed it had special healing powers. It’s a unique birthstone because it is always a shade of green and no other color.  The intensity of color depends … Read moreAUGUST BIRTHSTONE (PERIDOT)