Peridot Cut Stone Gemstone for Jewelry Making Pendant Earring Ring Necklace Bracelet Manufacturer supplier Exporter Wholesaler from Jaipur, Rajasthan, India Peridot History The gemstone peridot, which is a shimmering light green and is also known as the evening emerald, is frequently linked to expressiveness and spirituality. The pronunciation of the word "peridot" is either "PAIR-uh-doe" or "PAIR-uh-dot." Despite the fact that the dictionary has both pronunciations, the name peridot really derives from the French word peritôt, which means obscure due to the many inclusions and internal fractures that are observed in peridot gemstone beads. Before the term "peridot" was used to refer to all gem quality peridot stones, the word "chrysolite" (an earlier German word) was also used to describe it. Sometimes also referred to as olivine, it is only found in one color--green. This uncommon green color is best known simply as peridot green and it varies from olive to brownish green. This green was highly prized by ancient admirers because it was often thought to be emerald, which is one of the greatest compliments peridot could ever receive. It is the national gem of Egypt, and the ancient Egyptians knew it as the gem of the sun. In fact, jewelry historians are now convinced that some, if not all, of the emeralds that Cleopatra was famous for wearing were not actually emeralds but deep green peridot stones from mines in Egypt. There have been several books written about peridot throughout history. Peridot stones were utilised in ancient times to create talismans with carvings of vultures and donkeys for slaying bad spirits and enhancing spirituality. Peridot mining on Topazo Island, today known as St. John's Island, in the Egyptian Red Sea, was documented in ancient Egyptian papyrus scrolls as early as 1500 B.C. Until it was rediscovered in 1905, the location of the island remained a secret for several decades. Navigators had a difficult time finding it since it was frequently blanketed in dense, impenetrable fog. Legend says that royal patrols that guarded the entire island were to execute trespassers while protecting the miners from thieves. The miners would collect the gems for the Pharaoh's burial treasury during all hours of the day and night, for it was said that the peridot crystals would radiate in the darkness of night by the light of the lamps they carried. The miners would mark the spot where they saw the glowing gems and then return to retrieve them the next morning. Large numbers of peridot stones were returned from other nations by European ambassadors in the mediaeval centuries, who used them to embellish their cathedrals and clothing. One of these enormous peridot stones, which for many years was thought to be an emerald but has just been determined to be peridot, adorns the altar of the Three Holy Kings in the cathedral in Cologne. The Bible mentions peridot, which was also known to ancient Hebrews, as one of the stones used in Aaron's breastplate and as one of the strata in the city of New Jerusalem's foundation. Some peridots are extraterrestrial. This stone has been discovered in meteorites that have landed on Earth. In 1749, one such meteorite was found on a desolate hilltop in Siberia, and it was discovered that this fallen star contained many pieces of beautiful, heaven-sent peridot crystals big enough to be used in jewelry. In scientific communities, it is also believed that peridot crystals played a large role in the creation of the moon, and that now they comprise a large portion of the moon's mantle. Discover the rich history, possible metaphysical properties and verdant appeal of August’s birthstone--peridot! Peridot Metaphysical Properties The birthstone for the month of August, peridot, is also presented to mark a marriage that has been together for sixteen years. By harmonising emotions and the mind, peridot, also known as the stone of compassion, is said to promote excellent health, peaceful sleep, and harmony in interpersonal relationships. The amazing capacity of this amiable stone to be bright green also inspires eloquence and inventiveness, as well as joy and goodwill. It draws affection and subdues rage by renewing everything. The epic metaphysical powers that peridot possesses have been written about much throughout the ages. Legend says that if the gem is set in gold, the stone will develop its full potential as a talisman and will have the power to eradicate terrors of the night such as fearsome visions and nightmares. However, Pliny the Elder, a brilliant Roman philosopher, claimed that for peridot to have the greatest dispelling effect, it must be worn on the right arm. Foreboding night visions are dispelled by the stone's capacity to shine like a hot coal under lamplight at night. Peridot has traditionally been seen as a potent tool for mending and preserving friendships and, according to legend, it purges the mind of jealous thoughts that may harm and strain relationships. It has also been employed to shield believers from the negative energy.