These luxurious coloured gemstones would make perfect gifts for your favourite Leo and Virgo this month
Often unappreciated and overlooked, peridot and spinel can always be counted upon to add some vibrancy to your jewellery. Peridot comes in pure grass green without a hint of yellow or brown, while spinel is available in a wealth of colours, from intense red and pink to purple and violet.
As the birthstones for those born in the month of August, peridot is a symbol of prosperity, happiness and strength while spinel represents joy, longevity and passion. Both birthstones are also traditional gifts for 16th or 22nd wedding anniversaries.
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Here are some fine examples of luxury jewellery embellished with peridot and spinel:
1. Tiffany & Co Soleste Red Spinel & Diamond Ring
The Tiffany Soleste design was named after "sol", the Spanish word for sun and the collection features a central diamond or gemstone surrounded by rows of brilliant-cut white diamonds. This platinum diamond ring has an oval red spinel encircled with diamonds for a statement piece certain to inspire awe (or envy).
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