Peridot is the gem form of the mineral olivine. The word ‘Peridot’ originates from the Arabic word for gem ‘faridat’. Ancient Egyptians called it the ‘Gem of the Sun’ and mined it thousands of years ago on Zabargad, an island in the Red Sea.
Peridot is one of the birthstones for August and celebrates the 16th Anniversary.
We have more shapes and sizes available in Peridot – please contact us if you don’t find what you are looking for in our online inventory. To learn more about Peridot click here.
Type: Single Stone
Treatment: N Natural: No modification or enhancement
Stock # PE132
