Peridot has been mined as a gemstone for thousands of years and is mentioned in the Bible under the name of Chrysolite.

Since ancient times it has been regarded as the symbol of the sun and is the official birthstone for the month of August - it is also the stone for the Zodiac sign of Libra.

In the Middle Ages, Peridot was attached to the left arm to ward off evil spirits.

It is a transparent variety of olivine, which is a mineral composed of magnesium-iron silicates. The green color is due to the presence of iron and some of the finest Peridot stones are called "evening emeralds" because they appear greener under artificial light.

Peridot is thought to bring the wearer good luck, peace, and success. Its powers include health, protection, and sleep. The advantages of peridot are to attract love and calm anger while also soothing nerves and dispelling negative emotions.

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