August Birthstone Jewelry: Peridot, Sardonyx and Spinel

August Birthstone Jewelry: Peridot, Sardonyx and Spinel

Do you or a loved one have an August birthday?

If so, you have three birthstones celebrating your birthday: sardonyx, peridot, and spinel.  These three gemstones are each unique and compelling in their own right and are sure to offer interesting jewelry choices for every style.

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Peridot

Peridot is bright and exciting, usually transparent and coming in a variety of colors.

Most often you’ll see peridot as bright green and yellowish-green to a more muted olive green, reminiscent of fresh-cut grass on a spring day. It looks lovely in traditional and fancy cuts, especially when combined with other gems in contrasting colors.

Those born in August who love bright and exotic colors are sure to find peridot jewelry captivating and worth adding to their collection.

SPINEL

Next up is spinel, the 'newest' gem to be named an August birth stone.

  • Spinels come in many colors ranging from violet to blue, red, orange, pink, and more.

  • Top quality spinels have a deep, rich color, which is why they have been confused throughout history with rubies and sapphires.

  • Natural spinels still can cost less than rubies or sapphires.

Spinels are also hard and tough, which makes spinel jewelry great for daily wear and even as an alternative center stone for an engagement ring. Those born in August who love precious gemstones and deep, rich colors will appreciate this stunningly beautiful stone, which has been called the most underappreciated gem in history.

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Sardonyx

According to the American Gem Society, sardonyx was the first known birthstone for August.  It’s a type of chalcedony characterized by bands of dark brown, brownish orange or brownish red alternating with either black or white.

Sardonyx has been used throughout history for cameos and intaglios in the United States and across the globe. It continues to be a popular gem used for beads, cabochons, and tablets. Loved ones who are religious will appreciate sardonyx jewelry. In Europe it symbolized the virtue of spiritual living and the humility of the saints.

At Henne Jewelers you're most likely to come across sardonyx jewelry in our estate and vintage jewelry collections.

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