August: Peridot

Peridot
Color: Lime, Yellowish Green, Olive Green, Medium Dark Green
Meaning: Beauty
Peridot represents power, influence, healing, and understanding. This gem-quality olivine is unique for its olive-green hue, varying from yellowish to dark green depending on iron content. Peridot is untreated and rare, with notable sources in Asia and Pakistan. In Egyptian culture, its consistent green glow was linked to the sun and beauty. It is a cherished gift for the 16th wedding anniversary