The Best Luxury Gifts of the August Birthstone: Peridot

Seeking a gift for someone with an August birthday? You can’t go wrong with a lovely piece of jewelry in honor of the month of their birth. So, what are the best luxury gifts of the August birthstone – peridot – in fine and fashion jewelry right now? Here’s our edit of the best peridot cocktail rings, earrings, bracelets, necklaces and tiaras that would be perfect gifts for your August baby.

there are actually three August birthstones

We don’t want to throw any shade at you August babies — but somehow you’ve managed to have THREE birthstones. That seems a bit extra, but you do you.

According to most jewelers, peridot, spinel and sardonyx are the three birthstones for August. 

Peridot is a lime green gemstone that’s notable for its color composition. Unlike many gemstones that get their color from the minerals they contain, peridot’s shade comes from the structure of the stone itself.

Sardonyx, a second August birthstone, has a pink or red variegated hue. The ancient Greeks and Romans believed it harnessed bravery, and many wore sardonyx talismans in battle.

The third August birthstone – spinel – only became an official emblem of August in 2016. Some of the world’s most famous rubies are, in fact, spinels – so if your August baby covets the birthstone of July, here’s your answer. Spinels can appear in a variety of colors, giving you all kinds of options.

For purposes of this exercise, however, we’re focusing only on the first – the O.G. August birthstone. The peridot.

the sources for and symbolism of peridots

So, where does a peridot come from?

Peridot is known for being formed under extreme conditions. It can be found in hardened lava from deep within Earth’s mantle. And in meteorites from outer space. Cool.

The peridot is purported to give off positive energy and bring about good health. And it’s bright color adds an enchanting, playful touch to jewelry of all kinds.

the best luxury gift jewelry featuring peridot, the birthstone of August

From haute joillerie to bijoux, traditional to contemporary, brand new to antique vintage, Costco to Cartier, there’s a perfect piece of peridot jewelry out there for anyone who loves this gemstone – or anyone who’s born in August.

Here are the ones we have our eyes on right now.

1. August Birthstone Peridot Jewelry: Cocktail Rings

We found fashion and fine jewelry cocktail rings for a luxurious August birthstone gift set in gold, rose gold, or platinum. And showcased alone, or paired with diamonds, amethyst and sapphires. 

Any of these would make for a joyful and unexpected pop of color, day or night.

• Faris gold peridot ring ($145).
• Delfina Delettrez’s vision for her amethyst and peridot dots ring ($1,635) is creating a “phantom setting” to give the illusion of fine jewels floating over the body.
• Pomellato 18kt rose gold M’ama non M’ama peridot & diamond ring ($2,000).
• Tamara Comolli Bouton peridot cabochon ring ($2,040).
• Daniela Villegas’s Belisama sapphire, peridot and tourmaline ring ($9,998) is sculpted in the shape of a crab. 
• Panthère de Cartier ring in 18K yellow gold and black lacquer with peridots and onyx ($25,300).
• Our dear friend Sharon Khazzam has designed a one-of-a-kind peridot yellow sapphire cocktail ring ($26, 800). 

2. August Birthstone Peridot Jewelry: Earrings

There are traditional, vintage and modern sculptural silhouettes among the best luxury earrings for an August birthstone gift. We’re not August babies, but we are totally getting one or two of these for ourselves anyway.

• Rosa de la Cruz gold, peridot and diamond earrings ($1,373).
• Alison Lou 14K gold, enamel and peridot earrings ($1,790).
• Mateo gold, peridot and diamond hoop earrings ($3,875).
• Sorab & Roshi 18K yellow gold peridot dangle earrings ($3,400).
• Of Rare Origin’s whimsical Capitol xx Collection bouquet earrings ($2,100) are hand-carved of mother of pearl, tagua, malachite, jade, peridot, and pearls set in 18K yellow gold vermeil.
• Alina Abegg‘s Pfefferminz Peridot 14K Yellow Gold Hoop Earrings ($6,560) are part of the designer’s playful “Sugar High” collection. The German-born jeweler transforms some of her favorite childhood treats into exceptional statement pieces. These earrings are inspired by ‘Pfefferminz’ (or PEZ) candies.

3. August Birthstone Peridot Jewelry: Bracelets

The vibrant green-on-green bangles and peridot bracelets of August are perfect luxury gifts for this month’s birthstone. In many cases, they’ve got a groovy ’60’s vibe that we really love.

• Katerina Makriyianni’s peridot, jade and pearl gold-vermeil bracelet ($120).
• David Yurman Cable Classics bracelet with peridot and gold ($625).
• August diamond, peridot and gold chain bracelet ($805) from Anissa Kermiche.
• Mark Davis green bakelite, 18kt yellow gold and peridot bangle ($4,920).
• Cathy Waterman platinum peridot and diamond bracelet ($1,326).

4. August Birthstone Peridot Jewelry: Necklaces

The sky’s the limit on the cost of one of the best luxury peridot necklaces for a August birthstone gift. Many of our favorite peridot necklaces are vintage – so you can support the circular economy, and gift a piece of jewelry with a rich heritage at the same time.

• John Hardy Kali peridot pendant necklace ($845).
• Jorge Adeler 14K 12.42ctw peridot and diamond lavalier necklace ($5,850).
• Yossi Harari 24K peridot necklace ($1,325).
• Splendid 18k three-row peridot necklace ($7,250).
• Van Cleef & Arpels peridot and tourmaline necklace ($30,000).

5. August Birthstone Peridot Jewelry: Brooches

Brooches are back (we’re not sure they ever really went away, actually). One exquisite brooch, or two complementary ones, would make for a wonderful gift now, as well as something your August baby can pass down to the next generation. It’s no surprise that almost all of our top picks are vintage – luxury peridot brooches can become really special heirlooms.

Tiffany & Co. and Jean Schlumberger have designed a stunning Seahorse Clip. (price on request). It’s made of 18k gold and platinum with almost 10 carats of round peridots. It also features diamonds, amethysts and a pink sapphire. 

If you prefer vintage, have a look at this choice Tiffany & Co. diamond and peridot yellow gold fish brooch ($55,000).

Other vintage finds? This antique Victorian peridot and diamond brooch in gold and silver ($4,767). And a contemporary “radiating floral” white gold brooch ($3,245), both on 1st Dibs.

6. Bonus Round: Peridot Home Decor 

If jewelry is out of your budget, or just not the thing your August baby is into, fear not. You can channel the same spirit with a gift like this birthstone scented candle ($45).

Or perhaps Joanna Buchanan’s Peridot Candle ($88). Buchanan says the fragrance is like “clean dew drops on spring green leaves with notes of bergamot, vetiver and white musk. It’s very feminine but not at all sweet—it literally smells like the beginning of something.”

the best peridot jewelry for an August birthstone gift

Those are our top picks for the best fine and fashion peridot jewelry, including rings, earrings, bracelets, necklaces, watches and tiaras – that would be perfect birthstone gifts for an August birthday. What’s your favorite? And when does the party start?

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