August has three birthstones: peridot, spinel and sardonyx. Peridot is a yellow-green gemstone that comes from the mineral olivine. Its name derives from the Arabic word "faridat," which means "gem." ...

Spinel, MgAl 2 O 4 (download cif), is a rare gemstone that was used to imitate rubies. The structure has face-centered cubic symmetry, and is a little heavy to understand. The general formula is AB 2 ...

"The appeal [of wearing birthstones] draws on centuries ... confidence and determination," says Leach. August is represented by the peridot or spinel for beauty, positivity, and healing, or ...

Each month has at least one representative gemstone. Here's what you need to know about November's birthstones.

Those born in November are fortunate, as they can choose from two beautiful birthstones: Topaz and Citrine. Both stones are ...

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For centuries, the Seine River has been Paris’s dumping ground. A billion-dollar cleanup is trying to make it swimmable again. The history of Paris is inextricably linked to the river that flows ...

Garner, being an April baby, got the diamond version. But in true BaubleBar form, they included the birthstone colors for each month, customizable based on your day! Like Garner, you can treat ...

That's why U.S. News evaluated attractions, events and weather (among other factors) to bring you this list of the best places to visit in August. From mountain reprieves to lake getaways ...

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