{"title":"August Birthstones: Peridot and Sardonyx","description":"\u003cp\u003ePeridot and Sardonyx are the two birthstones for August, offering a bold contrast in both color and energy. Peridot, formed in volcanic rock and even found in meteorites, features a vibrant green hue that pops in summer jewelry and pairs beautifully with gold or warm tones. Sardonyx, with its natural reddish-brown and white banding, brings an earthy, masculine look and has been used for centuries in cameos, seals, and symbolic talismans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach 15–16\" strand in this collection is designer-ready—perfect for crafting birthstone pieces, layering sets, or storytelling jewelry that stands out and connects with customers.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"sdx10rd-sc-ppl-m-matte-purple-sardonyx-dyed-10mm-star-cut-round-15-16-inch","title":"MATTE Purple Sardonyx (dyed) 10mm Star Cut Round - 15-16 Inch","description":"\u003cp\u003eSardonyx has a Sard base, typically of brown or black, with bands of white Onyx running through it. Sard is not Onyx, but rather a dark variety of Carnelian. Sardonyx is sometimes treated to bring out its reddish tones. 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