August Peridot/Spinel

August Birthstones: Peridot and Spinel
Peridot, with its fresh, yellowish-green hue reminiscent of young leaves
Spinel, with its diverse colors including deep purples and pinks

The stone meanings for peridot are "happiness," "harmony," and "peace."
The stone meanings for spinel are "effort," "development," and "improvement."