Peridot jewelry

About peridot

Peridot is a the gem-quality variety of olivine, a magnesium iron silicate mineral that forms deep in the Earth's mantle rated 7 on the Mohs hardness scale, Peridot rates 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs hardness scale. For context, a steel nail is roughly 6.5, sapphire is 9, and diamond is 10. At 6.5 to 7, peridot is durable enough for everyday wear in necklaces, earrings, and bracelets. Ring settings benefit from a bezel or protective mount. Avoid sudden temperature changes, ultrasonic cleaners, and prolonged contact with acids or harsh chemicals.. Its color ranges from yellowish-green to deep olive green, with the most prized stones showing a pure grass-green with no brown or yellow undertones, with the most prized stones showing even saturation and high clarity.

Peridot has been mined for over 3,500 years, with the earliest stones coming from Zabargad Island in the Red Sea. Ancient Egyptians called it the gem of the sun and believed it protected against nightmares. Some peridot has even arrived on Earth in pallasite meteorites, making it one of the few gemstones with an extraterrestrial origin. Today most peridot comes from Pakistan, Myanmar, China, Vietnam, and the San Carlos Apache Reservation in Arizona.

Historically, peridot has been associated with renewal, prosperity, and protection. In crystal healing and metaphysical traditions, peridot is associated with the Heart and Solar Plexus Chakras. It is linked to confidence, openness to abundance, and release of old patterns. Practitioners often use it as a stone for fresh perspective and emotional warmth, themes that align with August's late-summer energy.