Peridot: the Most Popular of the August Birthstones?

As you might have learned since doing a little bit of research about the different August birthstones, there are actually three of them: spinel, sardonyx, and peridot. All three of them are special in their own way, but the one that is perhaps most popularly used as the August birthstone is the peridot. If you are looking for August birthstones for yourself or someone close to you who is celebrating a birthday in August, let us help. Stop by today so we can tell you more, show you your options, and help you save big.

The History of the Peridot: August Birthstones

Did you know that peridot is actually one of the world's oldest gemstones? In fact, people have been mining it for over 3,500 years. It dates all the way back to ancient Egyptian times, when it was mined from the Red Sea Island of Zabargad (which was known as the Topazios at the time). Nowadays, peridot is actually spewed to the surface from active Hawaiian volcanoes. This gem has a long history and is still a great choice for gem enthusiasts today.

What Should I Look for in Peridot Jewelry?

Like with other stones, peridots are graded based on the four C's - Color, Clarity, Cut, and Carat. With peridots in particular, one thing that you want to look for is a pure green hue that lacks yellow or brown undertones. It shouldn't have any visible flaws that you can easily see with the naked eye (also known as "eye clean" -- of course, as jewelers, we are able to see imperfections that you wouldn't otherwise see when we use a jeweler's loupe, but these imperfections shouldn't be an issue if you're simply looking for a beautiful piece of jewelry.

How to Save on Peridot Jewelry, August Birthstones & Other Fine Jewelry?

Whether you're shopping for peridot jewelry or other August birthstones, or if you're looking for other fine jewelry of all different types, your first stop should be Greenbrier Pawn Shop in Chesapeake if you're looking for the best possible deal. We buy and sell pre-owned jewelry, but this doesn't mean that you're buying jewelry that's in poor shape or that isn't as good as what you'll find at the mall jewelry stores. In fact, you can find the same stuff that you'd find at any high-end mall jewelry store -- as well as estate sales and more -- by shopping with us, but you'll pay half the price.

There's truly no reason to pay full price for jewelry. Once you see how affordable nice pieces can be when you shop with us, you'll never want to pay full price again. Buy the finest jewelry for yourself or the best gifts for your family and friends, and no one will know your little secret about just how affordable it was!

Visit Greenbrier Pawn Shop in Chesapeake Today

If you are looking for a great deal on August birthstones, or any other fine jewelry, for that matter, it always pays to visit us at Greenbrier Pawn Shop first. You never know what we will have in stock, which is one thing to keep in mind -- and one great reason to visit us regularly. After all, the nature of our business is simple -- we buy pre-owned jewelry from people who are hoping to sell it for cash, then we clean it up, make any necessary jewelry repairs, and make sure it's in good shape to sell. Then, we put it up for sale in our class at the best prices in town. You truly never know what you'll find here, since we buy and sell jewelry each and every day that we're open. Stop in today to see if we have peridot or other August birthstones available, and get the best deal!

Have questions? Give us a call at 757-382-9066 today!