The birthstones of August include two beautiful stones, peridot and spinel, which were earlier only available until June 1, 2016, when the Jewelers of America (JA) and the American Gem Trade Association (AGTA) The Gem Trade Association (AGTA) announced the inclusion of Spinel in the official list of birthstones, and it was not until June 1, 2016 that it was included in the August birthstone, along with Peridot, that this month's This month's birthstone can also be synthesized into a pear lab grown spinel. The official renewal of the birthstone was the result of an enthusiastic appeal by gemstone lovers, which shows that spinel is, in the eyes of gemstone lovers, the appropriate and beautiful "August birthstone". This recognition is one of the most meaningful and memorable aspects of spinel.