Born in August, do you know your birthstone? - Peridot

Peridot and spinel are birthstones for August. Olivine is known to form under extreme conditions and can be found in hardened lava. These magmas carry olivine from deep in the mantle, and olivine can also be found in meteorites from outer space. Spinel has only recently gained attention because it is the best substitute for ruby, and red spinel has been mistaken for ruby for centuries. Today, the editor will take you to understand peridot and unveil the mysterious veil of August birthstone.

English name: Peridot

Hardness 6.5 Specific Gravity 3.32-3.37

Refractive index 1.65-1.69 Birefringence 0.036

Wear: Relatively fragile, not suitable as the center stone of the ring
Peridot is one of the rare gems with only one primary color, called Olive Green, and the best peridot has a vivid oily green color.

Origin and Origin of Peridot

Peridot is produced in peridotite, basalt and gabbro, columnar and well-shaped crystals are produced in Pakistan, and other origins often appear in the form of crystal fragments or pebbles.

The highest quality peridot is produced in the Mogok region of Myanmar. The color of peridot in Myanmar is brighter green, and Pakistan is also an important producer. Peridots produced in China tend to have a yellowish tint and are less valuable. The oldest source of peridot is St. John's Island in the Red Sea, but it was discontinued a long time ago.