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Peridot

Peridot comes in a variety of shades of green, from yellowish or brownish green to greenish yellow.  The most popular colours are the attractive and vibrant lime green and gorgeously soft olive green.

Peridot is associated with keeping nightmares away and protecting it's wearer from evil spirits.

Sources: Burma (Myanmar), USA, Pakistan

Hardness: 6.5-7 on Mohs scale.

Toughness: Fair to good.

Peridot is the birthstone for August.

To view our collection of Peridot jewellery please visit any of our three stores.