Peridot Jewelry
Natural Peridot Jewelry
Found in lava, meteorites, and deep in the earth’s mantle, yellow-green peridot is the extreme gemstone. Peridot is a gemstone that comes in only one color: Green, varying from pale yellow-green to deep olive green.
Peridot is the August birthstone and the gemstone for the 15th wedding anniversary. This gemstone is compatible with the Fire and Wood elements, associated with the zodiac sign Leo, and the Vietnamese zodiac sign Monkey (Thân).
The ancient Egyptians mined peridot on the Red Sea island of Zabargad, the source for many large fine peridots in the world’s museums. The Egyptians called it the “gem of the sun.” Today this gem is still prized for its restful yellowish green hues and long history. Large strongly-colored, examples can be spectacular, and attractive smaller gems are available for jewelry at all price points.
Peridot rocks form under extreme conditions such as in volcanic lava, as does Pallasitic Peridot in meteorites falling to Earth from space. In 2005, Peridot was found in comet dust brought back from the robotic space probe Stardust.
Gemstone Factors
- Mineral: Olivine
- Chemical composition: (MgFe)2SiO4
- Color: Yellowish green
- Refractive index: 1.65 to 1.69
- Specific gravity: 3.34
- Mohs harness: 6.5 to 7
Mining Source
Peridot is mined in Vietnam , Myanmar , Pakistan , Tanzania, Finland, China and Arizona (USA).
Source: GIA - Gemological Institute of America
Natural Peridot Jewelry in Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, and Sterling Silver by AME Jewellery. Gemstone certification by SJC Lab and SBJ Lab.
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