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Birthstone August

Birthstone August. What is your birthstone if you were born in August? A birthstone is a gemstone or crystal that belongs to your birth month.

The month you were born and the zodiac sign that goes with it determine your birthstone. According to experts, your birthstone has special properties and gives its wearer protection, strength, good health and support.

More than one birthstone is attributed to some months of the year. By wearing your birthstone with you as jewelry (necklace, ring, earrings or bracelet), your birthstone acts as a talisman or amulet.

Birth jewelry has been given as gifts for centuries. People believed that they protect you from evil and keep you free from disease. Even today many people carry a birthstone with them. Birth jewelry is also very trendy.

Birthstone August

The birthstones associated with the month of August are peridote, sardonyx, jade and spinel.

Birthstone August – peridote

In the Western tradition of birthstones as we know them today, peridote is associated with the month of August. Peridote is a green gemstone and is known for its beautiful, bright color. The choice of peridote as the birthstone for August can be attributed to several sources, including historical texts and folklore.

One of the reasons peridote is associated with August is the fact that it is associated with the sun, and August is the month of the sun. In astrology, peridote is often associated with the constellation Leo, which begins in July and continues into August.

Moreover, peridote has a long history of symbolic meanings, including representing properties such as strength, protection and good fortune. It is often associated with healing powers and spiritual growth.

  • Peridot has a green transparant color.
  • Peridot belongs to zodiac signs lion and virgo
  • Peridot is a protective stone and stands for growth and personal development. The stone brings harmony, good health, reduces tension and ensures a good night’s sleep.
  • Did you know this? According to a Hawaiian legend, peridot crystals found in volcanic ash are the tears of the Goddess Pele.
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Birthstone August – Spinel

There is some confusion and variation in assignments of birthstones for the month of August, depending on the source and tradition followed. In some traditions, spinel is named as the birthstone for August, while in other traditions, peridote is considered the birthstone for this month. This variation stems from historical and cultural differences in the allocation of birthstones.

Spinel also belongs to the month of August and is sometimes called the “stone of immortality” . The stone brings renewal and rejuvenation and activates the base chakra. Spinel gives strength and courage in difficult situations and offers new perspectives. The stone reduces stress, anxiety and dejection.

Birthstone August – Sardonyx

Sardonyx is traditionally associated with the month of August as one of the birthstones for that month. There are historical and symbolic reasons why sardonyx was chosen as the birthstone for August:

  1. Historical and cultural significance: The tradition of birthstones has ancient roots and can be traced to historical texts and cultural lore. The association of sardonyx with the month of August can be traced to ancient descriptions and beliefs about gemstones.
  2. Symbolic properties: Sardonyx is often associated with properties such as strength, courage, protection and good fortune. These characteristics fit well with the sunny and warm nature of August. It is considered a stone that can promote stability and self-confidence.
  3. Astrological Significance: In astrology, sardonyx is often associated with the constellation Leo, which begins in July and continues into August. The stone is believed to bring positive energy and helps strengthen the traits of people born under this star sign.
  4. Historical medicine and magic: In the past, sardonyx was used in medicine and magic because of its purported healing powers and protective properties. It was seen as a stone that could protect the wearer from negative energy and disease.

Sardonyx helps you to see the deeper meaning of things and allows you to look at things from a distance. The stone helps its wearer accept life as it is and gives self-confidence, stability and happiness.

Birthstone August – Jade

Jade is another green gemstone and is often associated with happiness and well-being. Although Jade is not traditionally associated with the month of August as a birthstone, the stone is linked to it because of its green color.

Jade is a cleansing and protective stone. Jade attracts luck, prosperity, success and wealth. The stone opens the Heart Chakra, promotes (self) love and creativity. The stone belongs to the zodiac signs Libra, Sagittarius and Aquarius.

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