Peridot Gemstone

Benefits of Peridot Gemstone

Origin of Peridot Gemstone

Since, Peridots of Brazil, China, and the U.S.A. are darker in color tone, thus they are available at a comparatively lower cost. Whereas, Australia and Russia, are also notable sources of Peridot gemstone that grab significant monetary value depending upon their clarity and size.

Color: As stated prior, Peridot is one of those few stones that usually arise in a single shade i.e., green. Though, the intensity of this green color may vary depending upon the origin of the stone and ranges from pure bright green to greenish-yellow and brownish-green. Where on the one hand, bright-green-colored peridot, with richer color consistency and less or no inclusions, is considered more desirable and generally attracts higher pricing in comparison to an uneven colored period that arises with a yellow or brown tint. Such stones, on the other hand, are considered to be of lower quality and may get a relatively reduced value.

Clarity: Any crystal which has eye-clean clarity substantially grabs more worth. The same is the case with Peridot. The more visible an inclusion is, the higher it makes an impact on the price of a peridot gemstone. Both visual and volume of inclusion tend to decrease the value of Peridot. In general, there occur silky disc-shaped inclusions in peridots, which are known as ‘lily pads’. Although inclusions are not always bad because they denote that the gem is real, natural, and free from all kinds of treatments i.e., unheated and untreated, which is believed to be the best for astrological purposes. However, inclusions like black mineral spots or lily pads significantly lessen the cost of a peridot stone.

Cut: Cut and shape always bear an influence on the overall worth of Peridot stone. Highly faceted cuts like cushion and princess in peridot are substantially more expensive than that of oval or round as the amount of loss incurred in the cutting process.

Carat Weight: Alike all gemstones, the price of a Peridot gemstone increases with an increase in its carat weight, providing all other factors remain the same.

Treatment: When we talk about the premium quality, a Natural stone is more than that of the treated ones. Similarly, a peridot stone in its natural form is usually priced more precious comparatively to a peridot that is heat-treated. Generally, Peridots available in the market are without any enhancements.

Quality of Peridot Gemstone

Origin: Australia, Brazil, Burma, China, Mexico, Russia, Pakistan, and the United States of America are some of the prominent and popular origins of Peridot gems. Among these, Brazil, Mexico, and the U.S.A. are said to be producing peridot rough on a commercial scale while Burma (now Myanmar), followed by Pakistan, is renowned for producing the supreme quality Peridot stones. Burmese peridot is quite rare and is known for its bright green hue with a high amount of clarity. Henceforth, it usually fetches high costs in the international gemstone market that can go up to $200 (around 15,000 INR) per carat.

Peridot Gemstone Price

Whether you are purchasing the Peridot as a fashion jewelry gem or for an astrological reason, it is highly advisable to always buy a good quality stone. Especially for astrological purposes, prefer buying natural and real peridot. The Peridot price depends upon its quality. On the same ground, the price of a Peridot stone also depends upon its carat size, origin, cut, clarity, and treatment. The price may change with a change in these factors. Thus, one should ascertain the quality of the stone before buying it by studying a couple of factors such as its cut, color, clarity, and origin. In general, a Peridot gemstone price begins at $6 (approx. ₹ 500) per carat and can go as high as $15 (approx. ₹ 10,000) per carat in the global gem market depending on its overall quality. While Peridot price in India ranges in between ₹ 400 to ₹ 2,000 per carat.

Who Should Wear Peridot Gemstone?

Being the substitute for Emerald (Panna), Peridot is said to be associated with the planet Mercury or Lord Budh. In general, just like Emerald, this gemstone is worn to strengthen a weakly positioned Mercury in an individual’s birth chart. A misplaced Mercury in your house of horoscope can hamper your intelligence level, disturb your communication power, and can even adversely affect your psychological health.

According to ancient Vedic astrology, Peridot is best suited to the Gemini sun sign or Mithun Rashi and Virgo Zodiac sign or Kanya Rashi.

Whereas, western astrology science endorses Peridot as the birthstone for August month and prescribes it best for the natives who are born under the sun sign Cancer. Therefore, those who are born in the month of August should wear Peridot stone.

Ascendants of Aquarius, Capricorn, Libra, and Taurus can also opt for wearing this bright green gem peridot.