* Birthstones
August birthstones
The traditional and modern birthstones for august are Peridot, Spinel. Below: Mohs hardness, specific gravity, and links to each gem’s full reference.
Published July 11, 2026
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FAQ
- Q. What is the august birthstone?
- A. August’s birthstones are Peridot, Spinel.
- Q. Modern vs traditional birthstones?
- A. Some months have both a traditional stone and a modern alternative (for example, December). Both are listed when our dataset includes them.
- Q. How do I identify my birthstone jewelry?
- A. Check hardness and density against the table below, read any gem-lab report, or scan the piece in the Jewelry Identifier app.
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