Peridot

Peridot is one of the few gems that occur in only one color. But its green varies from lemon-lime to deep emerald to nearly black brown. In the gem trade, deep green like emerald is most highly valued. However, many people prefer the lighter, yellower shades of peridot.

The finest peridot comes from the Pakistan-Afghanistan border region, according to most experts. Peridot is also found in Myanmar, China, the United States, Africa, and Australia. Arizonan peridot, often found in Native American jewelry, has a yellowish to golden brown cast. Myanmar's peridot often has silky inclusions in its deep green.

The metaphysical properties of peridot make it a favorite among all. A sunny, friendly, open-hearted stone, peridot brings good will and cheerfulness to its wearer. Just saying its name aloud can put a smile upon a face. Other people are attracted to the brightness and amiability of peridot and the ones who wear it. So peridot is an excellent gem to wear to parties, conferences, meetings, and other gatherings where one hopes to be liked.

Peridot quells anger, irritation, jealousy, and other negative emotions. Peridot helps heal hurt feelings and repair damaged relationships. It opens the heart to emitting love, compassion, and generosity. Peridot increases patience, confidence, and assertiveness. It clears the heart of negative energies, freeing the emotions to expand and embrace the wonders of life. Peridot gives the wearer a sense of peace and quiet and amusement.

Physical healing properties of peridot include relief of stress, balancing of the glandular system, detoxification of the entire body, and strengthening of the blood. It is known as the healer's stone because healers use it to draw out the negative energies that they absorb from their clients.

Peridot is the modern birth stone for the month of August. It is the stone of Venus and the Sun. Peridot is associated with the astrological Zodiac sign of Leo, whose ruling planet is the Sun. Peridot also belongs to Virgo and Sagittarius. Truly, peridot is an all-embracing stone that can be of great benefit to many kinds of people!