Peridot Gemstone Beads
Peridot, a gem variety of the mineral olivine, enchants with its striking green hues, ranging from pale light green to a rich, deep olive. Its color comes from the presence of iron ions, and it is this unique formation that makes each bead of Peridot distinct and vibrant. Found primarily in areas abundant with volcanic activity, Peridot crystals form in magma, making their way to the surface through the forces of earthquakes and tectonic movements.
Facts: Often called the 'gem of the sun' by the ancient Egyptians, it was mined for over 3500 years on the island of Zabargad in the Red Sea. This cherished stone was highly prized throughout various cultures, believed to ward off evil spirits and encapsulate the essence of nature and springtime.
Metaphysical / Holistic: Peridot is believed to bring forth renewal and purification. It is thought to promote growth, inspire healing, and attract abundance, making it a perfect choice for creating energizing and uplifting jewelry pieces.
Peridot 4mm Round Faceted AA Grade - 15-16 Inch
Original price
$36.00
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Original price
$36.00
Original price
$36.00
$36.00
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$36.00
Peridot (pair-uh-doe) is one of only two gems, the other being Diamond, that is not formed in the Earth’s crust. Rather, it is born in the molten r...
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Original price
$36.00
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Original price
$36.00
Original price
$36.00
$36.00
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$36.00
About this stone
Color
Lime GreenYellow-GreenOlive Green
Origin
USA (Arizona, San Carlos)PakistanChinaBurma/Myanmar
Mohs hardness
6.5–7
Treatment categories
Natural
Industry-standard treatment
None — peridot is rarely treated
Mineral chemistry
Magnesium iron silicate (olivine)
Crystal system
Orthorhombic
Stone family
Olivine
Birthstone
August
Common cuts
Faceted RondelleMicrofaceted RoundSmooth Round
Common sizes
3mm4mm6mm8mm
Care notes
Mild soap and soft cloth. Avoid ultrasonic and steam — peridot is sensitive to thermal shock and acids.
Related stones
Tourmaline, Aquamarine, Tsavorite Garnet
Frequently asked questions
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Is peridot treated?
The vast majority of peridot is untreated. The green color is intrinsic to the olivine chemistry, not the result of heat, dye, or irradiation. Peridot is one of the few colored stones the bead trade sells in genuinely untreated form across virtually every price tier. Lower-grade material with surface-reaching fractures may occasionally be oil-filled or resin-filled; if a strand has been filled — ask before buying if a listing doesn't specify treatment. -
What's the difference between Arizona and Pakistani peridot?
Arizona peridot (San Carlos Apache reservation) is the dominant U.S. domestic source — distinct bright yellow-green to true green, small to mid-size rough, widely available. Pakistani peridot (Himalayan, Kohistan) is the saturated pure-green tier, with larger rough than most current sources. Burmese material was historically the leading source but has largely been supplanted by Pakistani. -
Why is some peridot lime green and some olive green?
Iron content in the olivine chemistry. Higher iron pushes color toward olive and yellow-green; lower iron with magnesium balance produces the saturated lime-green tier. Origin correlates loosely (Pakistani trends pure green, Chinese trends olive) but individual rough varies. -
Is peridot the same as olivine?
Peridot is the gem-quality variety of olivine. Olivine is the broader mineral; peridot is the name used when the material is of jewelry-grade transparency, clarity, and color. All peridot is olivine; not all olivine is peridot. -
I heard peridot comes from meteorites — is that real?
Yes, with caveats. Pallasite meteorites — a rare stony-iron class — contain olivine crystals embedded in iron-nickel matrix, and crystals from these can be cut as peridot. It is the only gemstone with credible extraterrestrial provenance. Pallasite peridot is rare and not typically what's sold in bead form; standard peridot is mined terrestrially in Pakistan, Arizona, China, and historically Burma and Egypt. The "meteorite" provenance, when claimed, should be specifically labeled as pallasite.