August Birthstones, Peridot, Sardonyx, Spinel
Peridot - Form and Structure Orthorhombic: Useful cleaner and great for clearing: increases the flow of information opaque when raw, clear and sparkly when polished Mostly small shapes. Peridot is the gem variety of the mineral olivine . Its chemical composition includes iron and magnesium, and iron is the cause of its attractive yellowish green colors. The gem often occurs in volcanic rocks called basalts, which are rich in these two elements. Peridot is also found near meter sites - one specifically in Siberia, 1749. There were enough large pieces to make large pieces of jewelry. Color - olive green, or yellow -green stone, brown Geography Brazil, Myanmar, Pakistan, Russia, Sri Lanka USA Moh’s - 6.5-7 History and legend Peridot is named after the French word peridot, meaning gold, because the mineral can vary towards this color. It is also the stone given celebrate the 16th year of marriage. Peridot is the Nat...