Other possible side benefits to wearing strong, clear red stones like ruby are protection against misfortune, strengthening of independence and avoidance of circulatory and stomach issues.  Ruby, especially of the quality that is used in healing, astrology and protection, can be very expensive.  Other stones that might do the trick and are acceptable substitutions are Spinel, Rhodolite and Almadine.  Most important for any gem to be used in the ways we are discussing - it should be natural - not treated by heat, radiation or fillers.

If you are drawn to the peridot, regardless of your sign, it can still be of use to you.  Soothing green stones promote higher energy levels and positive thinking.

for your day and this is from "crystal astrology" is

possible "Plasma" green chalcedony

"plasma enhances knowledge, information gathering and guidance - the spirit of the alchemist."

Green apatite
"Apatite promotes strength of character, and rapport within grouops."

Sunstone:

"sunstone is a leadership stone - it enhances natural life force and magician energy." ("I have a complete and dedicated belief system that works divinely."


these are all just from the birthday of august 11, for a more complete list of stones you can find on the web the crystal astrology website, the author of the book is "marina Costelloe"....she works with the degrees of the zodiac, which is a very precise way of looking at your particular star signature...

if you are interested in what her site says to you, but dont have access to the book, or want to buy the book, ask, and I will dig around in it for you =)

K

I love Leos!


There are ,many stones that work well with Leos, though i would be wary of telling you which one would benefit you as it is much better to narrow down the search with a little bit more info on yourself,
Peridot is a lovely stone, but it is a powerstone and if you are like many leo's that i know power, force and confidence seem to come in abundance under this (leo) sign and i would look for something to enhance qualities that maybe you are lacking or for areas in your life/personality that you have troubles with.

Have a great day!!!!1

d_vampyra