Peridot has always been associated with light. In fact, the Egyptians called it the “gem of the sun”.
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Arizona’s scenic desert and mountain landscape is the perfect backdrop for a modern Wild West road trip in search of gem and mineral treasures.
Read MoreChina has identified many deposits with significant potential to produce gemstones; various species are discussed.
Read MoreThe stony-iron meteorites known as pallasites are famed for the areas of yellowish green olivines they contain.
Read MoreMarketed throughout the world, San Carlos material is often confused with, and sold as, peridot from localities that are better known and documented.
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Peridot and uncommon green gems were the theme of the 12th annual Sinkankas Symposium.
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This peridot article chronicles the creation of a fine suite of peridot jewellery from the mine in the Himalayas to the manufacture of the necklace, bracelet, ring and earrings.
Read MoreChinese peridot is similar to peridots from other localities.
Read MoreThis little-known source of gem-quality peridot, located in southwestern New Mexico, produces small but brilliant gems.
Read MoreReflecting on his 1980 visit to Zabargad, the author writes on this relatively unknown island and the beautiful peridots for which it has gained fame.
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