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)
Birthstone for August is peridot. Peridot is known by an oldest gem. This gem formed by volcanic activity. Peridot crystal was found in Hawaii by native in black sands. The name of peridot is take from an Arabic word is faridat. The meaning of faridat is gem. Birthstone color for August is pale green.