August's Birthstone - Scrumptious Bright Green Peridot!

Green is not my fave color, but I can say that I actually like Peridot more so than its green precious gem counterpart, the Emerald. Its brilliant lime green tone is perfectly refreshing for these steamy August days.

Peridot is the August birthstone and the gem designated for the 16th wedding anniversary. It ranges in color from light yellow-green to the intense bright green of new spring grass to olive. Because of the way peridot splits and bends the rays of light passing through it, it has a velvety appearance and a rich glow. Check out the brilliance of the Grade AAA peridot rondelles in my earrings. The purer green a peridot is the higher the value. Any tinges of brown or visible flaws greatly diminish the price.

Some of the properties with which the Peridot is associated - love, truth, faithfulness and loyalty. The Traditional Metaphysical Properties for the August Birthstone Peridot are fame, dignity, and protection. The healing properties of the August birthstone are reputed to be effective for health problems relating to the lungs, lymph, breast and sinuses. The Peridot is also used to enhance prosperity, growth, and openness.