Peridot: August’s Birthstone

If you were born in August, you and your birthstone aren’t subtle, are you? You’re vibrant, verdant, and full of energy!

Meet peridot, a crystal with color like new growth and fire like summer sun.

We love peridot not just because it’s beautiful but because it carries the kind of energy that says "You’re allowed to start over. You’re allowed to shine."

What is Peridot?

Peridot (pronounced pair-uh-doe, but we won’t judge if you say dit) is a rare gemstone born of fire and earth. It’s formed in volcanic rock and meteorites, which makes it one of the only gems to come from deep inside the Earth or outside of it entirely! How rad is that?

Its bright green hue that ranges from yellow-lime to olive  is a symbol of vitality, growth, and abundance. If summer had a gemstone, it would absolutely be peridot!

Why Peridot is the Perfect August Stone

August is high summer, it’s bold, radiant, alive. And so is peridot. As the birthstone for this fiery month, peridot is all about:

 - Renewal – Fresh starts, big shifts, new chapters
 - Protection – Energetic boundaries, cutting cords, keeping your center
 - Abundance – Not just money (though yes please), but joy, beauty, and confidence
 - Emotional clearing – Releasing old baggage and making space for clarity

If your birthday’s in August (or if you love someone who’s August-born), peridot is more than a pretty stone, it’s a reminder to own your glow and to stay rooted while reaching for more!

Raw Peridot vs. Polished: What's the Difference?

We’re partial to raw peridot. There’s something honest and wild about a stone that hasn’t been overly tamed. It holds its natural texture, its rough edges, and its raw power  kind of like you, babe!

Wearing raw peridot is like walking around with a tiny green lightning bolt: full of potential, hard to ignore, and radiantly alive! We need that kind of magic in this world, don’t we?

Peridot Makes a Meaningful Gift

Whether you're shopping for:

 - An August birthday
 - A Leo or Virgo in your life
 - A friend going through a major life shift
 - Yourself (especially yourself - we really dig that here!)

…a peridot pendant is a deeply symbolic, heartfelt gift. It's a way to say:
"I see your growth. I celebrate your strength. I honor this season of your life."

Shop the Glow: Peridot Jewelry at Bloom and Glow

We carry a small, intentional collection of raw peridot pendants and sterling silver designs to help you connect with this magical stone.
Every piece is crafted or sourced with heart, and ships from Asheville with love, intention, and a little sparkle.

Click here to shop peridot jewelry.

Final Thoughts

Whether you’re born in August or just drawn to its energy, peridot is an incredible and magical ally. It reminds us to start fresh, speak boldly, and stay open to the beauty ahead.

And isn’t that what summer (and life) is all about?