Green Peridot (a.k.a. Chrysolite): A Truly Cosmic Stone

And Amazing Amethyst

Green Peridot (also called Chrysolite)

Peridot has a beautiful yellow-green color, but it’s not as hard as other stones and scratches easily. It is one of the few gemstones that comes in just one color.

The word Peridot is likely from the Arabic word faridat which means “gem.”

Interestingly, this stone is formed not in the crust of the Earth (the surface layer) but inside the Earth’s mantle. It comes to the surface of the Earth through volcanic activity, or tectonic plate movement. Peridot is found in Arizona, China, Myanmar, Pakistan, and Africa. It has also been found on meteorites!

This royal stone is the birthstone for the month of August.

Its properties:

• According to Wikipedia: “Peridot has been prized since the earliest civilizations for its claimed protective powers to drive away fears and nightmares”

• It increases good things in your life

• Gives inner radiance

• Sharpens the mind and opens new levels of awareness and growth

• Helps you recognize and realize your spiritual purpose

Cautions:

• This stone should NOT be worn next to the skin too often and never by people allergic or sensitive to olivine.

• Peridot should NOT be combined with other gemstones.