6x8mm Peridot Gemstone Pendant w/ 18" chain
6x8mm oval faceted Peridot gemstone set in a sterling silver basket setting. The pendant includes an 18 inch sterling silver box chain. We hand select each individual gemstone for the best possible quality.
At the time of your order, we will set the best gemstone we have available in that size. If you order multiple stones to be set, please allow an extra day for the pieces to be made. If you need more made than are available for purchase, please contact us via email or phone to inquire.
Peridot is the gem variety of the mineral Olivine, which forms under intense volcanic heat and pressure deep below the Earth's crust. It receives it's grassy green color from the presence of iron and magnesium. Small crystals are abundant, but larger crystals are exceedingly uncommon.
The first use of Peridot likely occurred on the island of Zabargad in the Red Sea some 3,500 years ago. Faceted stones from this location have been found in the ruins of Ancient Greece and extensively in Egypt, indicating its historic value as a personal object of beauty.