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Peridot

Found in lava, meteorites, and deep in the earth’s mantle, yellow-green peridot is the extreme gem

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Antique Cushion

This magnificent antique cushion-cut peridot weighs 20.25-cts.

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Double Refraction

Peridot’s strong double refraction causes double images of facets.

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Eye Clean

This peridot also has exceptional clarity.

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Myanmar Gem

This exceptional peridot crystal from Myanmar measures 4.3 cm tall.

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Yellowish-green Hue

This crystal has a medium-toned, highly saturated yellowish-green hue.

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Rare Crystal

Peridot crystals are rare; miners typically find irregular nodules.

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The “Alice” drop earrings feature imperial topaz, amethyst, aquamarine, green and pink tourmaline, morganite and diamond set in 18K white gold.
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Peridot Formation
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Faceted Peridot
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Peridot Crystal From Zabargad Island
4.98-ct. Peridot Designer-cut
16.13-ct. Peridot Crystal
10.09-ct Oval Peridot and 8.13-ct Round Peridot
Butterfly Brooch
Dark chromite inclusion in peridot
Peridot from New Mexico, USA
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