Peridot: August Birthstone
Often known as True Topaz, Peridot is one of the rarer gemstones that is formed in only one distinct color. The glorious yellow-green stone had in the past been undervalued and considered an average stone, but a recent resurgence in popularity is shining the light on this truly remarkable stone which has a long history in some of the ancient civilizations such as in Old Egypt. The Peridot (Pronounced pair-a-doe) is a stunning stone in vivid green color with a hint of gold. It is a very old gemstone, being found in ancient Egyptian jewellery, which has become popular again today. It has been mentioned in many historical texts, often under its original name, chrysotile. Gem Quality Peridot is found and mined in the United States (Arizona and Hawaii), Brazil and South Africa, St. John’s Island in Egypt, Norway, Sri Lanka, Myanmar and Australia. It Symbolizes prestige, fame and prosperity, peridot jewellery has been used through the ages to achieve peace and s