Peridot Shopping Guide – August Jewelry
Schwanke-Kasten Jewelers created an easy-to-use Peridot Shopping Guide for you. We have a variety of pieces available online from sterling silver hoops with peridot for $95 to a beautiful peridot pendant necklace set in 14 karat white gold with a diamond halo for $1275.
Peridot Shopping Guide – Use Four C’s
When perusing peridot jewelry, use the same criteria as diamonds – color, clarity, cut and carat weight. The finest peridot will have a bright clean lime green hue without any hints of brown or yellow. Gemologist look for stones with no visible inclusions, though dark spots may be seen under a microscope. When you look through the gemstone, there is a double refraction that lets you see two of each facet on the peridot GIA.
History – Peridot Shopping Guide
What makes peridot jewelry so special? Well, according to the Old Farmer’s Almanac, peridot symbolizes strength. Referencing Crystals & Jewelry, strength doesn’t necessarily mean physical strength, but also emotional. Whereby, having peridot can elude to generating self-confidence, the ability to be more optimistic, forgiving of others etc. Further, it was once believed that the when set in gold, this gem will protect you from nightmares. Additionally, from the source Energy Muse, peridot is “considered a wood element and works to promote abundance, prosperity and happiness in your home … after giving an intention, simply place polished peridot stone in the southeast corner of your home, and you will feel powerful vibes of wealth and well-being.”
Buying Opportunities
August birthdays and 16th wedding anniversaries are a great time for a peridot gift! Please remember if you see anything online and wish to see it in one of our Milwaukee stores, just give us a call at 1-800-965-1242.
