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| Peridot is the birthstone for the month of August birthstone and the gem designated for the 16th wedding anniversary. It is one of the few gemstones which come in one color only. However it ranges in shades of green from pistachio to olive, dark lime and bottle green. |
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| More About Peridot |
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Peridot is the birthstone for the month of August birthstone and the gem designated for the 16th wedding anniversary. It is one of the few gemstones which come in one color only. However it ranges in shades of green from pistachio to olive, dark lime and bottle green. The rich, green color with slight hints of gold is caused by very fine traces of iron. The intensity of the color depends on the amount of iron actually present.
Peridot is not a very hard gem, measuring only 6.5 to 7 on the Moh's scale of hardness. It is highly sensitive to rapid temperature changes and should not be cleaned in ultrasonic or steam cleaners. The best and safest way to clean your peridot, is with warm, soapy water.
The name Peridot is perhaps derived from the French word "peritot" which means unclear, probably due to the inclusions and cloudy nature of large stones. It has been mined as a gemstone for an estimated four thousand years, and is mentioned in the Bible under the Hebrew name of "pitdah." Historical legend has it that peridot was the favorite gemstone of Cleopatra. Throughout time many "emeralds" of royal treasures have turned out to be peridots, and although peridot is a uniquely different shade of green, many jewelers refer to it as the "evening emerald."
Peridot is considered a tonic for the whole body and protects the wearer from negativity. It is associated with stress reduction and relaxation. Ground peridot, taken internally, was once used as a treatment for asthma. It was thought that peridot brought power and influence to its owner. |
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