August Birthstone Jewelry: What is a Peridot?

A gemstone that has been revered throughout history, dating all the way back to biblical times, the peridot is an exclusively green stone that has been recognized as the birthstone for people born in August. Known as the “evening emerald” because it shines under starlight, it’s believed to ward off nightmares and provide protection and healing.

How to Care for August Birthstones

Peridot gemstones are durable enough to wear daily – rated 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs scale of hardness – but it can still be damaged from sudden temperature drops, so it’s best to not wear peridot jewelry while taking a shower or going for a swim. Additionally, you should store peridot jewelry away from other gemstone jewelry to prevent unwanted scratching. And for cleaning peridot stones, just use mild soap and warm water. Anything more extreme could damage your birthstone.

Now that you know more about the august birthstone, you should check out JCPenney’s collection of genuine peridot jewelry. We have sterling silver peridot halo rings, peridot drop earrings, and gorgeous peridot pendant necklaces – just to name a few! And while all of our peridot jewelry is competitively prices, we also offer special financing when you use a JCPenney credit card for fine jewelry purchases. Whether it’s a gift for yourself or someone you love, we’re sure you’ll find the perfect piece of peridot jewelry.