Unleash your inner lion with Peridot, the beautiful olive-green gemstone, symbolizing strength, power, courage & positive energy.
The vibrant green gem, peridot is admired for its summer spirit, good fortune & aligns with Leo's radiant energy, inspiring creativity & purposeful leadership.
A variety of the mineral olivine, peridot is one of the only semi-precious gemstones not formed in the Earth’s crust but in the molten rock of the Earth’s upper mantle.
Ancient Egyptians referred to peridot as the ‘gem of the sun’, and mined it in the snake infested island of Topazios, in the Red Sea.
Born between July 23 and August 22, Leos are lucky to have peridot as their August Birthstone. This glowing gem reflects Leo's confident and lively personality!
Leos are known for their intense emotions, hence peridot brings emotional balance, inner piece, promotes harmony and boosts confidence.
Peridot is believed to provide various healing benefits: boost metabolism, cleanse the body, reduce skin issues, support liver & kidney problems.
The green stones found in The Shrine of the Three Kings in the Cathedral of Saint Peter in Cologne, Germany were actually peridots, not emeralds!
Peridot is said to ward off evil spirits & negative energies, providing a protective shield. It is also believed to encourage positive energy & reduce jealousy.
Jennifer Lopez is often seen wearing bold green gemstones—including peridot—perfectly reflecting her luxurious and powerful Leo aura.
Though Peridot is the official birthstone of Leo, other important birthstones that align with Leo are Ruby, Carnelian, Citrine and Tiger’s Eye.
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Born to shine with leadership qualities and full of zeal, Leos can boost their aura with peridot, their zodiac gemstone!