Peridot

Peridot gemstone is available in different shades of green, from perfect olive green to green with a tinge of yellow. It is one of few semiprecious gemstones that are available only in a single color. During the middle Ages, Peridot was a very sough-after gemstone; it is believed that a Peridot stone was a prized possession of Queen Cleopatra. The Peridot stone was called as 'gem of the sun' by the ancient Egyptians. Peridot is a beautiful and mystic gemstone that is said to glow in dark when a little amount of light falls on it. Peridot is also sometimes known as the Olivine gemstone due to mineral olivine which gives the Peridot gem its greenish hue and color. The intensity of the green hue increases if there is more iron content in the stone. The Peridot stone gets its name from the Greek word ‘Peridona’ which generally means abundance or giving plenty. Peridot gemstone was first mined in Topaz Island which is currently known as Zabargad or St. John’s Island in the Egyptian sea. Today Peridot is mined in countries such like Vietnam, Pakistan, Nepal, Colombia, China, Brazil, Tanzania and United States of America. The hardness of the Peridot gemstone is 6.5 - 7 on the Mohs scale.

In Vedic astrology, Peridot stone holds a great significance. It is also known to be a substitute for the Emerald gemstone. Peridot gemstone is regarded as a stone of protection and regeneration. It is worn for good health, attract positivity and dispel negativity. Peridot bestows cordial relationships; it helps in strengthening and healing relations. Person wearing Peridot is blessed with understanding and contentment; it also helps one to understand the purpose of their life. This beautiful stone can even help individual overcome emotional traumas. Peridot gemstone can be helpful for those who lack mental clarity, logic, rational thoughts and positive outlook. Peridot bestows rejuvenating energies. It helps one to move ahead, leaving behind their ego, past baggage and wounds of the past. Peridot is the birthstone for individuals born in the month of August.

Benefits of Wearing Peridot Gemstone:

• Attracts wealth, success, new opportunities and financial growth
• Releases negative emotions and promotes emotional healing
• Boosts confidence and self-esteem and encourages a positive outlook
• Promotes understanding, compassion and harmony in relationship
• Bestows mental clarity, also enhances focus and decision-making
• Strengthens Planet Mercury (Budh Graha) and pacifies malefic effects of Budh Dosh

Weight: 4.40 Carats / 4.79 Ratti
Origin: Nigeria
Price Per Carat: 3000 INR
Quality: Jyotish Quality (AA)
Shape: Oval
Certification: Will be Provided