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What is the Birthstone for August?
Giving a piece of jewelry
containing a birthstone gem will bring the wearer with good luck and
protection. Monthly birthstones symbolize the month of birth according
to the Gregorian Calendar. What is the Birth stone for August? The following old poem
provides the answer! And this page provides some information about the
meaning of the August gem stone, the color, symbolism and significance of
this lovely birth stone:
August Birthstone
poem - the Peridot
"Wear a Peridot
or for thee,
No conjugal fidelity,
The August born without this stone,
`Tis said, must live unloved alone."
August Birthstone - Properties of the Peridot
For those who were born in the month of August the Peridot is the
traditional birthstone. The August birthstone poem reflects 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.
August Birthstone Zodiac
Sign
The twelve Zodiac signs are an astrological version
of birthstones in addition to the twelve calendar months. The August
birthstone of the Peridot is considered to be the birthstone for
Leo (The sign of the Lion) and relate to those born between July 23 -
August 22. The Zodiac sign of Leo also responds to Onyx, Diamond,
Carnelian, Sardonyx and Ruby.
August Birthstone -
Where are Peridots found?
The popular August Birthstone of the Peridot is found in the following
countries:
August Birthstone - the Color of the Peridot
The traditional color associated with the Peridot is the lime green color
and is a popular gem used in jewelry. The
meaning of colors through the ages represented many aspects of life.
Social, religious, biblical and Christian symbolism were all reflected in the
color green! The symbolic meaning of the symbolic meaning of the color
green was renewal of life and nature. The best Peridot is a stone with a
sparkling lime green color, without a brownish or olive cast. The color
of the peridot can range from lime, yellowish green, olive green or
medium dark green. Chrysolite is a golden yellow variety of peridot.
Definition of the
Peridot, the August Birthstone
Definition of Peridot, the August birth stone: The word Peridot is derived
from the Greek word "faridat " which means "gem".
The peridot (pronounced pear-a-doe) is a pale green variety of
chrysolite and used as a gemstone. The crystal structure
of the Peridot (magnesium iron silicate) the August birthstone, is orthorhombic.
The Peridot is one of the few gemstones that come in only one color. The
depth of green depends on how much iron is contained in the crystal
structure. It is also often referred to as "poor man's emerald".
August Birth stone - the History of the Peridot
For those who were born in the month of August the Peridot is the
traditional birthstone. The history, myths, legends and folklore
surrounding the magical properties of different birthstones have been
handed down through the ages and from different civilisations. This
subject has been documented separately in the History of Birthstones section
which can be accessed by the link at the top of the page.
August Birth stone
poem - the Peridot
"Wear a Peridot
or for thee,
No conjugal fidelity,
The August born without this stone,
`Tis said, must live unloved alone."
August - Birth Stone -
Gemstone - Birthday - Zodiac - Sign - Date - Month - Gemstone -
Gem - Chart - Color - Facts Information
Guide - Zodiac - History - Symbolism -
Significance - Birth - Stone - August
Birthstones &
Jewelry Insurance
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jewelry insurance, engagement ring insurance or wedding ring insurance.
Your home insurance policy probably covers jewelry theft, but not loss
that occurs for other reasons. A typical home insurance policy will only
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August
Birthstone
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