Originally, the race was made up of 15. The first Kentucky Derby took place on May 17, 1875. The first Kentucky Derby winner was Aristides. The Kentucky Derby was first run at 1-1/2 miles (2.4 kilometres), the same distance as the Epsom Derby. The distance was changed in 1896 to its current 1-1/4 miles (2.0 kilometres). No Derby has ever been postponed because of rain or bad weather.
Smead ETS Color-Coded Month Label, August, Yellow, 250 labels per Pack (67458)
Gemstone: Peridot. Color: Green or Lime Green. Peridot, the gemstone with its distinctive yellowish-green hue, is the gemstone for August. When slightly yellow it is called chrysolite, and when olive-green it is called olivine. While abundantly found Peridot that may be cut as a gem is rare.