People Born in August Have a Birthstone That 'Promotes Harmony'—Here's What It Is and the Meaning Behind the Stone originally appeared on Parade. As we move into late summer, August babies are getting ...

August's birthstones, Peridot, Spinel, and Sardonyx, each possess unique astrological properties. Peridot attracts abundance and promotes emotional balance, while Spinel offers renewal and vitality.

This story may make you go from green to red. If you were born in the month of August, you are most likely a Leo or (for those born after August 23), a Virgo. You have also been long accustomed to ...

Peridot is a yellow-green gemstone that comes from the mineral olivine. Its name derives from the Arabic word "faridat," which means "gem." However, some scholars believe peridot gets its name from ...

Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. Peridot is a yellow-green gemstone that comes from the mineral olivine. Its name derives from the Arabic word "faridat," which means "gem." ...