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The Peridot gemstone was found as early as 1500 B.C. on the Topazo island in Egypt. Due to the mesmerizing and shiny green glow, these stones were easy to spot at night on the island and were collected for Pharaoh's treasury by the inhabitants. Due to this, Peridot also came to be known as the "gem of the sun". Throughout the ages, the stone was confused with the beautiful emerald and can be found in many crowns and treasured jewels.

Peridot is a gemstone that is found only in green hues. Being a variety of olivine, the stone is made of iron and magnesium. Here Iron (Fe) renders a charming olive green color to the August birthstone. Pairing this stone with other gems like Citrine and Rose Quartz enhances the look. The stones can be distinguished based on size and what they're composed of. A peridot that is formed due to volcanic activity has higher amounts of zinc, nickel, and lithium as compared to peridot stones found in meteorites.

The Peridot stone can be spotted in various locations including Vietnam, China, Myanmar, Pakistan, Tanzania, and the United States. Period Beach situated in Hawaii is known for the green shimmer on its sand that is caused by ancient lava flows that are deposited on the sand after the eruptions from volcanoes.

In the US, Arizona is the main and abundant source of this online green stone. The stones found in the mountain region of Myanmar are known for their ultimate transparency and vibrant color. The oldest record of the occurrence of Peridot is said to be the Egyptian island - Zabargad.

The zodiacs known to have the Peridot gemstone as their birthstone are Leo and Virgo since the gemstone represents August. It is a mimic of those hot summer nights as its smooth skin when you touch it during the day, changes then to a burning shade at night under the glare of the planet Mercury.

To represent Virgos that are known for their kind and creative nature but sometimes critical too, this Peridot gemstone birthstone encourages shedding judgment and rebelling against love and acceptance.

In the same manner, for Leos, whose warmth and fiery characteristics are often recognized and can easily overshadow the crowd, Peridot can help temper jealousy and help in fostering meaningful relations that incorporate trust and invincibility with positive influences. Leos can also benefit from other stones like Ruby and Opal.

There are three types of the beautiful stone:

Changbai Peridot: This peridot crystal has gotten its name from the Changbai mountain in China, which is known for its prized and top-notch quality peridot. The Changbai range starts from China and extends to North Korea. Peridots from this place have exquisite, luscious specks of lime and deep, vibrant green hues. These peridot varieties usually weigh around a carat. Buy the Faceted Peridot beads line at GemstonesForSale.

Hunan Peridot: These peridots are world-famous among jewelry and gemstone enthusiasts for their top-class clarity and pretty yellow undertones. Due to its openness of color, the stone is pretty sought-after. It originates from the Hunan mining locality of China. For this type of peridot, cutting is the edge for making the best out of it. When done correctly, the stone gets an equivalent resemblance to a diamond. Even though these are pretty similar to Changbai peridots and have the same weight bracket, they usually lie in darker tones.

Pakistani Peridot: Pakistani peridots are known for their happy-go-lucky, bright, and light nature. The hues uncle stunning lime greens, and apple hues, with soft godel undertones. To maximize their beauty, these stones are often well-polished. These stones are mined in the Kashmir area of Pakistan. Due to the harsh weather conditions of the area, the peridot stone can only be mined in the summer.

The stone is blessed with numerous healing properties that involve physical, emotional, and metaphysical properties. The peridot healing properties are pretty versatile and can cater to a lot of people, even those not born in August. There is a wide of peridot benefits, some of which are as follows:

Physical Healing Properties

• Aids in balancing the adrenal glands.
• Helps in improving the overall health, strength, and appearance.
• Rendered screens benefit the health of the spleen, liver, pancreas, and gallbladder.
• Helps in better absorption of nutrients and aids in a healthy digestive system.
• The stone is also good for people who regularly experience more strings and other mental health issues.

Emotional Healing Properties

• The issues related to self-claim and negative can be solved through peridot.
• With the help of the stone, one can let go of the feelings of anger, rage, and resentment and reach a pleasant state of mind.
• Those who are finding it difficult to move on from past negative experiences or heartbreaks can benefit largely from this stone.
• It helps with various academic challenges and improves focus.
• The Peridot gemstone makes you feel lighter and curbs all kinds of pessimistic feelings.

Metaphysical Healing Properties

• All in all the stone helps you learn from your mistakes and begin living a more positive life.
• It also helps you in tackling the negativity that you have been inflicting upon yourself.
• The stone is connected to the heart chakra and lands of pleasant energy and helps one maintain equilibrium with the outside world.
• It emulates the heart and promotes trust and love.
• It also helps with the feelings of fear and jealousy.

Taking care of your jewelry and gemstones is imperative and it includes cleaning them regularly. It is advisable to keep your Peridot away from other gemstones like Emerald, Ruby, and Diamonds because they are more durable and can scratch your peridot jewelry if paired together.

Keep your gemstone away from sources of heat and fire. Leaving the stone exposed to the Sun for longer periods can probably damage the shine and radians of the stone. One of the best methods to clean peridot stone is to use lukewarm soapy water. After dipping the stone in water for a while, gently dab it with a microfiber cloth and you are good to go!

1.Does Peridot Have Any Mystical or Mythical Properties?

Mystically and metaphysically, peridot stone is known to be associated with good fortune and prosperity, given that its color resembles the color of money. It often also aids in strengthening the physical body and warding off evil and negative energies.

2. What is the Peridot Price per Carat?

Generally, the price range for per carat of peridot gemstone is between $50 - $500 for the good quality of the gemstone. But many specimens can also be priced higher for their exceptional finishing and quality.

3. Which metal is best for peridot?

The stone can be worn with either gold or silver. For an eye-catching look, you can pair the green stone with yellow gold, giving it a fresh perspective. The cost of a peridot stone might vary as per the quality and size.

4. Who can wear a peridot?

Peridot is a good tone for the zodiac signs of Gemini, Scorpio, Virgo, Leo, and Gemini. Also, this peridot gemstone birthstone is for August and can be greatly beneficial for people born in the month.

5. How to use Peridot?

Traditionally for jewelry, these stones which are like necklaces, rings, or earrings will contain the protective energy of a peridot. Further, introducing these in interior design offers healing, compassion, and development. Although some may use peridot for decorating themselves or the environment they live in, this gem adds joy and shields a person against harm.

6. Is Peridot only found in the green color?

Although this gem is often described as green, it appears also in shades of yellow-green, and brownish-green and occasionally has a sparkling quality. This is the most valued gemstone green shade in the market.