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PERIDOT
AUGUST BIRTHSTONE
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Peridot August’s birthstone (pronounced per-i-dat) is one of the few stones found in only one color. It is gem-quality Olivine. The name Peridot is derived from the Greek word “peridona” with a meaning that runs along the lines of “giving plenty”. The reason for the deep green color with a slight golden hue is due to fine traces of iron in the magnesium rich silicate. It is mined in many locations around the world and is also found in some meteorites (called pallasites).
The friendly and joyous energy of this stone helps to create and seal friendships; clearing the heart and releasing the ego, which in turns cleanses the mind and soul of jealousy and anger – thus bringing about the sense of peace and quiet amusement which leads to solid friendships.
This August birthstone is said to have the wonderful ability to bring vitality and healing to the entire body. It is said to increase confidence, patience and assertiveness (without aggression) simultaneously.
The green color as well as the stone saturates ones life with growth, healing, renewal, purification, rebirth and growth. It is at is useful as a balancer of the entire glandular system. It assists with tissue regeneration, purifying the body with the strengthening of the blood. This green stone is also said to reduce fever, aid in digestion and calm the nervous system. Peridot helps heal insect bites as well as the liver and it many faceted improves the health of the eyes.
It is said to strengthen the digestive tract, the metabolism and to be beneficial to the skin as a whole. Peridot is said to be helpful in childbirth when placed on the abdomen to assist in strengthening muscle contractions and lessening the pain.
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