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Make her green eyes sparkle with the Sterling Silver and 14k Gold Peridot Pendant and Earrings Set. This beautiful set includes a unique Peridot, white-topaz and 14k gold pendant. The necklace rests on an 18" box sterling silver chain. Front and center lays a cushion cut natural Peridot stone that is off-set by a natural white-topaz stone in the upper right hand corner. The stones are attached to the necklace chain by a wave of sterling silver and 14k gold that cascades down towards the stones. The pendant is a perfect match to the cushion cut natural Peridot studs. The studs are held in a 4-prong setting and have friction-back posts. The complete set holds a minimum total gem weight of 1.38 carats.
August Birthstone: Peridot
The lively light green hue of August's birthstone conveys positive energy and optimism, and those born in August are said to be happy, generous people. Peridot is also believed to promote tranquility, enhance speech, and foster good relationships in marriage.
History of Birthstones
Chances are you can name your birthstone, but have you ever wondered how certain stones came to be associated with particular months? Most gem scholars trace the tradition to the Old Testament story of Aaron, whose breastplate was decorated with twelve precious stones, one for each of the twelve tribes of Israel. Over time, these stones were linked with certain powers and tied to particular astrological signs, and later to calendar months.
There are many variations of birthstone lists, including Mystical birthstones, which originate from Tibet and date back over a thousand years, and Ayurvedic birthstones, associated with ancient Indian medicine and beliefs. Birthstones have also been tied to ancient Pagan religions, and even to the collective wisdom of the legendary lost city of Atlantis.
The Modern birthstone list, perhaps the most universally known, was released by the American National Association of Jewelers and officially adopted in 1912. Whether you embrace birthstone lore, or look upon it with a skeptical eye, there is an undeniable appeal to collecting a beautiful gemstone that is reputed to hold special power, meaning, and good fortune just for you.
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