In 2016, August joined June and December as one of the three birth months represented by three different gemstones.
The original birthstone for August was
sardonyx, and then
peridot was added, becoming August’s primary gemstone. The addition of spinel, which can be found in a variety of colors, gives August babies a plethora of options!
August is the latest month to claim two birthstones;
Peridot and
Spinel.
Peridot, with it’s signature lime green color, is believed to instill power and influence in the wearer.
Spinel is available in a brilliant range of colors and is believed to protect the owner from harm and soothe away sadness.