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Peridot: Gem of Renewal and Healing

by Samar Agarwal 20 Jul 2024
What is Peridot Gemstone blog explained by Luxaore
Peridot stone is a kind of gemstone that showcases its beautiful unique color. This  peridot stone is formed from a mineral similar to other gemstones. However, it contains iron trace elements which gives this gemstone its unique bottle green color. The presence of iron in this crystal makes it available in different green shades which can range from light to deep.

Moreover, what makes peridot stone more unique and attractive is their ability to show high double refraction. This refraction is nothing but the phenomena when the light passes through the stone and gets split in two rays. This makes peridot stone look much alluring and lustrous. Lastly, these gemstones have such amazing sparkles that do not even get dull at night. 

Types of Peridot Gemstones?

Similar to other gemstones this peridot gemstone also comes in different colors, cuts and quality. These peridot stone are mainly found in the region of Pakistan, China, Myanmar, Tanzania, Vietnam, and the United States. and china’s hunan peridot gemstone is known to be the cleanest and transparent gemstone to exist in the world. 

Types of Peridot Gemstone Color 

We all know that Peridot's main color is green. However due to the percentage of presence of iron it green color can have different shades. These different shades also determine the quality of the peridot gemstones. Although the most famous shade of peridot stone is the yellowish green color but pure green peridot shade can sometimes be confused with the emerald gemstones. However, the classic peridot gemstone is usually found in the yellowish-green color in the market. 

Types of Peridot Gemstone Cuts

How you cut or shape a gemstone also defines the beauty of your peridot gemstone. When you cut your gemstones in a perfect shape it exaggerates its beauty and makes it even more shimmer. However, if the peridot stone is not cut to the mark it may give a dull look and will not be at all reflective. As the cuts make the facets of the gemstones more defined which allow it to shine brighter.

 This is the reason why people always go with the round cut. The round cut has around 58 facets which makes any gemstone more shiny. Moreover, you can also choose from oval, pear and princess cuts. These cuts also give your peridot gemstone a beautiful look and luster shine.

Types of Peridot Gemstone Clarity

There is no other gemstone like peridot stone when it comes to clarity and transparency. This peridot stone has no inclusion and spots that are visible to human eyes. Therefore, it is among the precious stones that have magnificent appearance and color. However, in large peridot stone there may be some inclusions or impurities which could make it look less appealing in jewelleries. 

It is also possible for fine quality peridot to have minor inclusion which can only be seen under a dichroscope. Although it will not influence the look of the stone, its value might get low. The best way to find the inclusion is to look at the gemstone and if you find a small black spot then it means it has inclusions.

Benefits of Peridot Gemstones

The peridot gemstones help the people with their anger issues and keep their mind calm and cool. These gemstones are very popular in Indian as well as western astrology. When you wear peridot stone, it enhances your willpower and confidence to fight against your depression and anxiety. 

This peridot stone is also helpful to people who are suffering from physical illness like asthma and respiratory problems. Peridot stone also provides you with strength to help you improve your bodily functions. Moreover, this peridot stone is also sometimes used in therapy for some psychological illnesses. It works amazingly to overcome depression and melancholy. Luxaore

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