There are some gemstones that instantly bring a place to mind. For us, that's peridot - August's Birthstone.
Wherever we are, its vibrant green always brings us back to Orkney, especially in the height of summer, when the fields are at their brightest. It's a landscape that continues to inspire so much of what we make.
Perhaps that's why we've always loved working with peridot. There's something quietly uplifting about it. Its lively green reflects the colours of an Orkney summer and feels full of life.
At Alison Moore Designs, birthstone jewellery has always been at the heart of what we do. We choose each gemstone for its individual character, celebrating the natural variations that make every stone unique. No two peridots are ever exactly alike. Some have soft olive tones, while others reveal brighter flashes of green as they catch the light.
Peridot has inspired many of our designs over the years. Whether it's the contemporary Peridot Andromeda Ring, the timeless Peridot Josephine Ring, the elegant Gold Teardrop Peridot Alice Pendant or our simple Peridot Gemstone Stud Earrings, every piece celebrates the character of this gorgeous gemstone in its own way.
Whether you're celebrating an August birthday or simply drawn to its fresh green tones, peridot is a gemstone that will always remind us of home. Its colour captures something of an Orkney summer – vibrant, uplifting and endlessly inspiring – which is why it remains one of our favourite stones to work with.
Explore our collection of peridot jewellery and discover the beauty of August's birthstone.
