Peridot
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Peridot
Peridot is a bright green gemstone that is often used in jewelry. It looks like a little piece of sunshine!
Appearance
The Peridot is famous for its vibrant olive-green or yellowish-green color. Its lively green, often with a subtle golden glint, makes it distinctly different from darker emeralds or lighter green beryl.
KingdomAnimalia
Category
MineralRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Ancient Egyptians called peridot the 'gem of the sun' and cherished it.
It's one of only two gemstones that form deep within Earth's hot mantle!
Its vibrant green color comes from tiny iron atoms trapped within its crystals.
Peridot crystals have even been discovered in samples of moon rock!
Special abilities
Ability
Cosmic Traveler
Peridot is one of the rare gems found inside meteorites, meaning it has literally traveled through space!
Ability
Sunlight Shifter
Peridot's double refraction can make facets appear doubled or fuzzy, a unique optical illusion!
Ability
Deep Earth Gem
Peridot forms deep in Earth's mantle, not the crust, showing incredible resistance to extreme heat.
Measurements & details
- Color Range
- yellowish-green, olive-green, lime-green, brownish-green
- Hardness
- 6.75
- Luster
- vitreous
- Specific Gravity
- 3.34
- Crystal System
- orthorhombic
Traits
Colorful
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Fluorescent
Fluorescent minerals emit visible light when exposed to ultraviolet light or other non-visible radiation, a phenomenon called fluorescence.
Gemstone
A gemstone is a piece of mineral crystal which, when cut and polished, is used to make jewelry or other adornments.
Crystalline
Crystalline describes a mineral or rock composed of crystals, often exhibiting a regular atomic structure and geometric external form.
Also known as
ChrysoliteOlive Stone
Collections
Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Handle gently and avoid sharp edges. Ask an adult before picking anything up.
Frequently Asked Questions
What colors can Peridot be?
yellowish-green, olive-green, lime-green, brownish-green
How hard is Peridot?
6.75
What kind of luster does Peridot have?
vitreous
What is Peridot's specific gravity?
3.34
What crystal system does Peridot belong to?
orthorhombic
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