Leo Birthstone —
Ruby & Peridot.
Quick answer
Leo (Jul 23 – Aug 22) spans two birthstone months: a Leo-season birthday falls in July (Ruby) or August (Peridot). Classic zodiac traditions also associate Onyx with Leo — traditions vary by source, but the birth-month pairing is exact.
The Leo stone story
Leo shines on purpose. Born July 23 to August 22, the lion treats jewelry as armor and announcement at once — the bolder the piece, the better. Ruby (July) and peridot (August) rule their months: royal red and sun-green for the zodiac's monarch.
Jewelry a Leo would actually wear
Ruby & Peridot pieces — or custom designs where you choose the exact Leo stone.
3-Stone necklace
Three-Stone Birthstone Necklace for Mom
✦ Choose 3 birth months + engrave a name on the back
6-Stone bracelet
Family Tree Birthstone Bracelet
✦ Choose 2-6 birth months to represent your family
2-Stone ring
Birthstone Stack Ring Set (2 Rings)
✦ Choose 2 birth months for the two stones
18K Gold Vermeil
Initial & Birthstone Necklace
✦ Choose any letter A-Z + birth month
Leo FAQ
What is the birthstone for Leo?
Leo spans Jul 23 – Aug 22, which crosses two birthstone months: July (Ruby) and August (Peridot). So a Leo baby's birthstone is Ruby or Peridot, depending on exact birthday. Classic astrology also lists Onyx as Leo's traditional stone.
What jewelry should I buy a Leo?
Leos are known for being confident, generous, magnetic — choose jewelry that matches: bold, expressive pieces that make the statement for them. The safest gift is their exact birth-month stone (Ruby or Peridot); the most personal is a ♌ Leo pendant paired with it.