Did You Know Augusts Birthstone Had This Many Colors? @GemologicalInstituteofAmerica
Did You Know Augusts Birthstone Had This Many Colors?  @GemologicalInstituteofAmerica
Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 days ago
Spinel, one of August's birthstones, is prized for its exceptional range of colors, including red, pink, orange, purple, gray and rare blue cobalt spinel.

This August birthstone has a Mohs hardness scale ranking of 7.5-8, making its durability jewelry-friendly!

Which spinel color is your favorite?
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Did You Know August's Birthstone Had This Many Colors?

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