{"title":"August Birthstone: Peridot","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe best-known August birthstone is peridot, an olive-green gem that traditionally stands for light and confidence. Here you'll find peridot necklaces from By Carola, raw, as a teardrop or as a cylinder, in 14K gold-filled or 925 sterling silver.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class='bc-gs-nav'\u003eMonth: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/birthstone-january\"\u003eJan\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/birthstone-february\"\u003eFeb\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/birthstone-march\"\u003eMar\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/birthstone-april\"\u003eApr\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/birthstone-may\"\u003eMay\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/birthstone-june\"\u003eJun\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/birthstone-july\"\u003eJul\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003cstrong\u003eAug\u003c\/strong\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/birthstones#september\"\u003eSep\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/birthstone-october\"\u003eOct\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/birthstone-november\"\u003eNov\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/birthstone-december\"\u003eDec\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/birthstone-jewelry\"\u003eAll\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/birthstones\"\u003eGuide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"roher-peridot-kette-unikat","title":"Raw Peridot Necklace","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Stone: Peridot from the Olivine Family\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeridot is the gem variety of the mineral olivine, a magnesium iron silicate from the solid solution series between forsterite and fayalite. Its color doesn't come from dye but from iron that sits firmly in the crystal lattice. That's why the stone only comes in shades of green, from light apple green to deep olive green. With a Mohs hardness of 6.5 to 7, it is moderately hard and does best in a protective setting. An old name for it is chrysolite. It typically has a glassy to slightly oily luster that makes the stone look lively even in low light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterial and Craftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can choose between 925 sterling silver and a warm 14K gold-filled setting. 14K gold-filled is a real, thick layer of gold that is firmly bonded to a base metal. Unlike simple gold plating, which is applied only wafer-thin, wears off over time, and fades fairly quickly, 14K gold-filled keeps its warm gold tone for years. The wire is wrapped by hand around each raw stone individually, so the setting follows the shape of your stone. The pendant hangs on a fine chain with closely interlocking square links. You choose the length when you order: 45 cm (17.7 in) or 40 cm (15.7 in).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeaning of the Stone\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs early as ancient Egypt, peridot was mined on the island of Zabargad in the Red Sea and revered as the \"stone of the sun.\" For many centuries, the green gemstone was mistaken for other stones. Even some famous supposed emeralds later turned out to be peridots. By tradition, it stands for a zest for life, clarity, and new beginnings. As a birthstone for August, it also makes an especially personal gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCaring for Your Peridot Necklace\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pendant and chain are water-resistant and suitable for everyday wear. To make your necklace last as long as possible, though, you should avoid prolonged contact with salt water and chlorinated water, as well as perfume, lotions, and harsh cleaning products. After contact with ocean or pool water, it's best to rinse the necklace with clean water and dry it carefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeridot shouldn't be cleaned in an ultrasonic cleaner or with steam, and it needs protection from high heat and sudden changes in temperature. Store your necklace dry and apart from harder pieces of jewelry, because peridot can be sensitive to scratches and hard knocks. This way, the bright green of the stone and the surface of your necklace will stay beautiful for a long time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Handmade Art by Carola","offers":[{"title":"Gold \/ With chain \/ 45 cm","offer_id":55256567644489,"sku":"PER001-RING","price":95.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gold \/ With chain \/ 40 cm","offer_id":55256567677257,"sku":"PER001-RING","price":95.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gold \/ Pendant only \/ Pendant only","offer_id":55256567808329,"sku":"PER001","price":80.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silver \/ With chain \/ 45 cm","offer_id":55256567841097,"sku":"PER001-RING","price":90.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silver \/ With chain \/ 40 cm","offer_id":55256567873865,"sku":"PER001-RING","price":90.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silver \/ Pendant only \/ Pendant only","offer_id":55256568004937,"sku":"PER001","price":80.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/1419\/5003\/files\/1_c3229d98-313e-4660-8256-a96f089dd951.png?v=1788586798"},{"product_id":"tropfen-peridot-kette","title":"Teardrop Peridot Necklace","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Stone: Peridot from the Olivine Family\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeridot is the gem variety of the mineral olivine, a magnesium iron silicate from the solid solution series between forsterite and fayalite. Its color doesn't come from dye but from iron that sits firmly in the crystal lattice. That's why the stone only comes in shades of green, from light apple green to deep olive green. This teardrop is a genuine, naturally grown peridot, and it has been treated, which I'm telling you openly here. For peridot, oiling and filling fine fractures with wax or resin to improve clarity are standard practice in the trade. With a Mohs hardness of 6.5 to 7, the stone is moderately hard, and its luster is glassy to slightly oily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterial and Craftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can choose between 925 sterling silver and a warm 14K gold-filled chain. 14K gold-filled is a real, thick layer of gold that is firmly bonded to a base metal. Unlike simple gold plating, which is applied only wafer-thin, wears off over time, and fades fairly quickly, 14K gold-filled keeps its warm gold tone for years. The teardrop needs no metal setting. It is drilled crosswise, the fine chain runs straight through the stone, and so the pendant lies calmly and flat against your skin. I thread each necklace by hand, one at a time. You choose the length when you order: 45 cm (17.7 in) or 40 cm (15.7 in).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeaning of the Stone\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeridot was mined on the island of Zabargad in the Red Sea thousands of years ago and revered in ancient Egypt as the stone of the sun. Because its green resembles that of emerald, the two stones were confused for centuries. By tradition, peridot stands for a zest for life, clarity, and a fresh start. As a birthstone for August, it makes a very personal gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCaring for Your Peridot Necklace\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pendant and chain are water-resistant and made for everyday wear. Still, avoid prolonged contact with salt water and chlorinated water, as well as perfume, lotions, and harsh cleaning products. After swimming in the ocean or a pool, it's best to give the necklace a quick rinse with clean water and dry it carefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the stone is treated, it belongs in neither an ultrasonic cleaner nor a steam cleaner, and you should avoid high heat and sudden changes in temperature. Store the necklace dry and apart from harder pieces of jewelry, because with a Mohs hardness of 6.5 to 7, the stone is sensitive to scratches and hard knocks. This way, the polished surface of your teardrop will stay beautiful for a long time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Handmade Art by Carola","offers":[{"title":"Gold \/ 45 cm","offer_id":55271049494857,"sku":"PER002-RING","price":95.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gold \/ 40 cm","offer_id":55271049527625,"sku":"PER002-RING","price":95.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silver \/ 45 cm","offer_id":55271049691465,"sku":"PER002-RING","price":95.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silver \/ 40 cm","offer_id":55271049724233,"sku":"PER002-RING","price":90.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/1419\/5003\/files\/1_d3d810f0-c6fc-4abd-aaee-42a7a858c242.png?v=1788677310"},{"product_id":"zylinder-peridot-kette","title":"Cylinder Peridot Necklace","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Stone: Peridot, Cut as a Cylinder\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeridot is the gem variety of the mineral olivine, a magnesium iron silicate from the solid solution series between forsterite and fayalite. Its green is idiochromatic: it comes from iron that is firmly part of the crystal lattice, which makes it the stone's own natural color. The peridot on this necklace is genuine and has been treated. That does not change its green color. For this piece, it was cut into a slim cylinder with beveled ends, drilled lengthwise, and threaded directly onto the chain without a setting. With a Mohs hardness of 6.5 to 7, it is moderately hard. An old name for it is chrysolite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterial and Craftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can choose between 925 sterling silver and warm 14K gold-filled. 14K gold-filled is a real, thick layer of gold that is firmly bonded to a base metal. Simple gold plating is only a wafer-thin coat that wears off over time and fades quickly. 14K gold-filled, on the other hand, keeps its warm tone for years. Each cylinder is picked out individually and threaded by hand in my studio, so it rests at the lowest point of the chain. It hangs on a fine box chain whose square links interlock closely. You choose the length when you order: 45 cm (17.7 in) or 40 cm (15.7 in).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMeaning of the Stone\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeridot was mined on the island of Zabargad in the Red Sea thousands of years ago, and in ancient Egypt it was called the gem of the sun. For a long time, it was mistaken for emerald, and some famous supposed emeralds later turned out to be peridots. By tradition, it stands for a zest for life, clarity, and renewal. As the birthstone for August, it is still a popular gift today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCaring for Your Peridot Necklace\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stone and box chain are water-resistant and made for everyday wear. Still, you should avoid prolonged contact with salt water and chlorinated water, as well as perfume, lotions, and harsh cleaning products. After a swim in the ocean or a pool, it's best to give the necklace a quick rinse with clean water and dry it carefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the stone has been treated, it doesn't belong in an ultrasonic cleaner or a steam cleaner. Keep it away from high heat and sudden changes in temperature, and store your necklace dry and apart from harder pieces of jewelry. That way, the cut, the bright green, and the surface of the necklace stay beautiful for a long time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Handmade Art by Carola","offers":[{"title":"Gold \/ 45 cm","offer_id":55278983938377,"sku":"PER002-RING","price":95.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gold \/ 40 cm","offer_id":55278983971145,"sku":"PER002-RING","price":95.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silver \/ 45 cm","offer_id":55278984134985,"sku":"PER002-RING","price":90.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silver \/ 40 cm","offer_id":55278984167753,"sku":"PER002-RING","price":90.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/1419\/5003\/files\/1_df010d4e-0760-459d-a102-bb47f49710f9.png?v=1788787829"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/1419\/5003\/collections\/1_d3d810f0-c6fc-4abd-aaee-42a7a858c242.png?v=1794441429","url":"https:\/\/by-carola.com\/en-int\/collections\/birthstone-august.oembed","provider":"Handmade Art by Carola","version":"1.0","type":"link"}