Welcome to our sixth edition of Stone of the Month! Each month, we'll be delving into the properties, history and meaning behind its Birthstone. This month we'll be looking into the story of August's Birthstone: Peridot.

Peridot has adorned jewellery and sacred objects across continents for thousands of years with its deep greens and yellows anointing it the nickname of 'Gem of the Sun' in Ancient Egypt.

Across the globe, Peridot has been used for an array of different purposes. Egyptian priests embedded it into goblets to heal and mend illnesses, European envoys set it in churches and royal regalia and today it shines brightly amongst modern designs.

Even after all these years, Peridot hones its status and remains a popular choice for 16th wedding anniversaries and for those born in August, the month of the Leo zodiac, symbolising renewal, vitality, and warmth.

Despite its tell-tale greens and shimmering history, it's thought Peridot has been mistaken throughout history for Emerald or Topaz! Some even suggest it was actually often Peridot that Cleopatra considered the powerful Emerald she is known for.

Throughout every era, Peridot has stood as a talisman of peace, prosperity, and emotional renewal. Today, it remains a token of growth and optimism, said to attract wealth, dispel negativity, and encourage restful sleep, making it a perfect gem for those seeking emotional clarity and positivity.

You can find the glamorous greens of Peridot below...