Gemformation
At one time any blue gem material was called sapphire. References to a blue-flecked stone led mineral experts to realize that some of what had been called "sappheiros" was actually lapis lazuli. "Sappheiros" is Greek for "blue."
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August Birthstone - Peridot
Looking at the popularity and profusion of peridot as August's birthstone, it's hard to believe that for almost 2,000 years the original source of this lovely summer gem was lost in the mists of history.
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