Peridot Crystal / Stone Meaning, Properties & Benefits

Physical Properties of Peridot Stone / Crystal
Chemical Formula:	(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
Chemical Composition:
Crystal System:	Orthorhombic
Lustre:	Vitreous
Transparency:	Transparent - Translucent
Colour:	Green, Yellow
Streak:	None
Hardness:	6.5 – 7 on Mohs scale
Tenacity:	Brittle
Cleavage:	Poor
Fracture:	Conchoidal
Density:	3.34
Refractive Index:	1.64 – 1.70

Properties of Peridot Stone / Crystal

The colour of Peridot is olive green and it is one of those rare stones that come only in one colour. It derives this colour from the iron content it in which also determines the intensity and the tint of the green, depending on which its shade might vary. The most valued colour of all of them is the olive green.

Peridot Stone Healing properties

It is said to have healing properties that cures various diseases related to liver and digestion. It also helps to solve other problems related to physical detoxification, kidney, bladder, gall bladder, and the stomach. Besides that it is believed to heal ulcers, constipation and irritable bowel syndrome. It also comes handy to cure insect bites, regenerates tissues, strengthens metabolism and has various beneficial effects for the skin. It is beneficial for the heart, thymus, lungs, and spleen. During the time of child birth it can aid by strengthening the muscle contractions and lessons the pains, if it is kept on the abdomen. It can also cure fevers.

Peridot Special Properties, Uses & Benefits

This is a very special stone which has various uses. It can be used to cure psychological afflictions and helps us to cope with depression. It makes your spirit light and helps to fight negative emotions and makes you feel relaxed. It provides you with emotional balance, security and inner peace and helps to lighten your emotional burden. It relieves you of your emotional balance and helps you leave behind your guilt, burdens and obsessions.

Peridot Found in Countries / Locations of World

Peridot gemstones / crystals are found in some of the countries of world are: Australia, Cambodia, Canada, China, Egypt, Ethiopia, France, Italy, Kyrgyzstan, Myanmar, Norway, Pakistan, Philippines, Spain, Tanzania, USA, Vietnam