Peridot is a beautiful olive green stone. It is much less expensive than green tourmaline. It is worn in necklaces, earrings, pendants and bracelets.
Peridot is a transparent lime or olive green. It has a hardness of 6.5. It's green color is due to iron. Gem-quality specimens of the mineral olivine are called peridot.
As with all gems, protect peridot from scratches and sharp blows. Also avoid large temperature changes (such as leaving it be a heater vent or in a hot car). Do not clean peridot in a home ultrasonic cleaner.
This green gemstone is found in Australia, Brazil, China, Eygpt, Myanmar, Norway, and USA (Arizona, Colorado, Hawaii, and New Mexico).
Peridot is the created during volcanic action. Occassionally, Peridot crystals are found on the black sands of Hawaii.
Themed Books
Gem-related books:
- Gemstone Buying Guide: A Guide to Buying - by Renee Newman Very nice gemstone identification book.
Bibliography: - The Curious Lore of Precious Stones - by George Frederick Kunz The definitive book on fascinating, traditional gem lore. Very practical.
- Gemstones (Smithsonian Handbooks) - by Cally Hall, Harry Taylor (Photographer) A field guide to gemstones. Nice pictures and good, brief, well-written descriptions of over 130 varieties of gemstones.
- Gemstones of the World - by Walter Schumann A very well written source on gemstones with great descriptions and photographs
- Spiritual Value of Gem Stones - by Wally Richardson and Lenora Huett Very sweet book on the mystical properties of gemstones
Birthstone Months with Peridot
- August Birthstone: Modern Birthstone
- Leo (Jul 23-Aug 22): Lucky Charm
Peridot jewelry is used to help dreams become a reality. Lore
Peridot is given as a symbol of fame, dignity, and protection.
Legend has it that pirates favored peridot to protect them against evil. When the peridot was set in gold it also protected the wearer from terrors in the night.
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