Peridot

The Peridot stone is a type of mineral called olivine. It's a special gem that is always green. The beautiful green color comes from tiny amounts of iron inside it. The more iron there is, the darker the green will be. So, peridot can be a light green with a touch of gold or a deep, rich olive green.

Where Peridot comes from?

Really good quality peridots are found in Myanmar and Pakistan. Arizona and New Mexico in the USA are important producers of commercial-grade peridot. Also, Vietnam and China are now important places where peridot comes from.

What is Peridot Made Of?

Peridot is a gem that forms deep inside the Earth, in places where there is a lot of heat and magma. Volcanic activity brings it up to the surface. Its main ingredients are magnesium, iron, and silicate, making it a kind of magnesium iron silicate with chemical composition -  (Mg, Fe) 2SiO4.

How hard is Peridot?

Peridot is quite hard, scoring between 6.5 and 7 on the Mohs scale, which measures how scratch-resistant a gem is.

How light passes through Peridot?

Peridot has a refractive index of 2.63 to 2.65, which means it bends light a lot, making it look shiny and bright.

What birth month is Peridot?

Peridot Gemstone is the birthstone of August.

What are the special meanings connected to Peridot?

The Peridot is the traditional gemstone for the astrological signs of Virgo and Leo. It shines both day and night, keeping its bright color even in artificial light, which is why some people call it "Evening Emerald." Peridot is known to bring wealth and joy. Wearing peridot helps you focus on good directions in life and keeps you motivated.