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August Birthstone Peridot

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August Birthstone // Peridot It is hard to believe that it is already a week into August and that fall is just around the corner. Summer went by very quickly and some of us might have mixed feelings about it. But one positive is that Peridot is the Birthstone this month! Here are some facts that you might not know about Peridot: In the Ancient time Egypt was where Peridot was primarily found. The Egyptians called the gem “Gem of the Sun.” Cleopatra was famous for wearing Peridot. It use to be said that she would be seen wearing emeralds...

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