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Crystals for August
August's birthstone is peridot. The month is shared by Leo and Virgo, holds the festival of Lughnasadh, and its full moon is traditionally the Sturgeon Moon.
Birthstones
Peridot is gem olivine, formed deep in the Earth and even found in meteorites. Spinel was added to the US list in 2016.
Leo stones (23 July – 22 August)
Crystal tradition links Leo with Tiger's eye, Citrine, Sunstone, Peridot and Amber. Full Leo crystal guide.
Virgo stones (23 August – 22 September)
Crystal tradition links Virgo with Moss agate, Amazonite, Peridot, Dalmatian jasper and Chrysocolla. Full Virgo crystal guide.
Stones for Lughnasadh
Many people decorate a seasonal altar for Lughnasadh with Citrine, Carnelian and Tiger's eye. See the Wheel of the Year.
The Sturgeon Moon
August's full moon is the Sturgeon Moon, named for the sturgeon of the Great Lakes, easily caught in late summer; in Britain the harvest names (Grain or Barley Moon) fit better. Full moon names.
All August stones
Peridot, Green aventurine, Onyx, Tiger's eye, Citrine, Sunstone, Moss agate, Amazonite and Carnelian.
August stones in the shop
Questions answered
What crystal is for August?
Peridot is the August birthstone; Leo stones include Tiger's eye and Citrine; Virgo stones include Moss agate and Amazonite.
What is a good crystal gift for a August birthday?
A peridot piece, or the stone of their star sign.
Key facts (summary)
- August's birthstone is peridot.
- Peridot is the August birthstone; Leo stones include Tiger's eye and Citrine; Virgo stones include Moss agate and Amazonite.
- A peridot piece, or the stone of their star sign.
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