Peridot
Peridot is a precious and unique gemstone known for its vibrant green color and powerful healing properties. This stone is primarily found in the United States, Myanmar, and Pakistan. People often use Peridot for enhancing emotional balance, prosperity, and protection from negative energies. Additionally, it is believed to bring positivity, growth, and abundance into one’s life.
According to horoscopes (zodiac signs), different individuals can wear this stone. It is considered beneficial for people belonging to specific zodiac signs.
Generally, this stone is advantageous for individuals whose zodiac signs or horoscopes are particularly associated with growth, renewal, and emotional well-being. Some zodiac signs that are considered suitable for wearing Peridot include:
Leo (لیو) Virgo (سنبلہ) Libra (میزان) Gemini (جوزہ)
Please note that these are general trends, and the suitability of the stone may vary based on an individual's horoscope. For more detailed and accurate guidance, consulting an astrologer is recommended.
Natural Peridot Stone – 3CT – PD-009
Natural Peridot Stone -4.8 CT – PD-008
Natural Peridot Stone – 4.8CT – PD-007
Natural Peridot Stone – 4CT – PD-006
Natural Peridot Stone – 3.2CT – PD-004
Natural Peridot Stone – 9.3CT – PD005
Natural Peridot Stone – 11.7CT – PD003
Natural Peridot Stone – 8.5CT – PD002
Natural Peridot Stone – 14CT – PD001
Peridot Stone: Benefits, Price & Who Should Wear (2025 Guide)
The Peridot is a vibrant, lime-green gemstone formed deep within the Earth’s mantle and brought to the surface by volcanic activity. Known as the “Evening Emerald” for its consistent glow in artificial light, this ancient stone has been prized for over 3,500 years for its joyful energy and protective properties. At Pearl Gems, we offer certified, natural Peridot stones renowned for their brilliant color and potent astrological significance as the primary gemstone for the planet Mercury (Budh).
What is Peridot Stone?
Peridot is the gem-quality variety of the mineral olivine, with its signature vibrant green color deriving from iron content. Unlike emeralds which get their color from chromium, Peridot’s color range is unique—from yellowish-green to pure lime and olive green. Fascinatingly, Peridot is one of the few gemstones found in only one color. Authentic Peridot often contains natural, tiny inclusions called “lily pad” inclusions, which are a mark of its natural formation. At Pearl Gems, we source our finest Peridots from traditional deposits like Myanmar, Pakistan, and Arizona, ensuring you receive a stone of exceptional brilliance and clarity.
Spiritual & Astrological Benefits of Peridot
As the principal gem for Mercury (Budh Graha), Peridot is a stone of intellect, communication, and benevolent influence.
Enhances Intellect & Communication: Believed to sharpen the mind, improve eloquence, and aid in learning, making it ideal for students, writers, teachers, and business negotiators. It is said to help organize thoughts and express them clearly.
Attracts Prosperity & Success: Known to open doors to new opportunities, increase income, and attract wealth. It is considered particularly beneficial for business growth, career advancement, and overcoming financial blockages.
Emotional Healing & Positivity: Acts as a tonic for the heart, helping to release old baggage, jealousy, resentment, and anger. It fosters forgiveness, self-acceptance, and attracts joyful, positive relationships.
Protective Energy: Historically carried as a talisman to ward off nightmares, evil spirits, and negative energies. It is believed to create a protective shield around the wearer.
Who Can Wear Peridot Stone?
The stone is most powerful when aligned astrologically, but its gentle energy is welcoming to many. The question “who can wear peridot stone” has specific and general answers.
Astrological Suitability: It is the highly recommended primary gemstone for strengthening the planet Mercury (Budh) in Vedic astrology. It is especially beneficial for the zodiac signs Gemini (Mithuna) and Virgo (Kanya), which are ruled by Mercury. It can also help individuals going through the planetary period (Mahadasha or Antardasha) of Mercury.
For Mental Professions: Extremely suitable for students, accountants, journalists, IT professionals, traders, and public speakers who rely on mental acuity, communication, and analytical skills.
Universal Healing: Anyone seeking to heal a broken heart, boost self-esteem, or invite more joy and abundance into their life can wear Peridot. It is considered a safe stone with no severe contraindications, though an astrological consultation is always advised for planetary gemstones.
Peridot Stone Price & Value
Peridot is a semi-precious to precious stone, with value in Pakistan (PKR) determined by its exceptional color and clarity, not necessarily carat weight alone.
Color: The most valuable Peridots possess a pure, intense lime-green or olive-green color without any brownish or yellowish undertones. The richer and more saturated the green, the higher the value.
Clarity: Eye-clean stones (with no visible inclusions) are rare and command a premium. Most Peridots have minor inclusions visible under magnification; these do not necessarily detract from beauty unless they impact transparency.
Size & Cut: Larger, clean Peridots over 5 carats are rare and valuable. A precise cut (often oval, cushion, or round) is used to maximize its brilliance and showcase the color.
Origin: Peridots from Myanmar (Burma) and specific Pakistani mines are historically renowned for their superior color.
At Pearl Gems, our pricing reflects these precise quality grades, offering everything from beautiful smaller stones for everyday jewelry to collector-quality specimens.
How to Identify a Real Peridot
Peridot is most commonly imitated with green glass or synthetic spinel. A genuine Peridot has distinct characteristics:
Double Refraction: Look closely through the stone at a single line (like on paper). Due to its crystal structure, you will likely see a doubled line or fuzziness. This is a key identifier.
Color: Its green is unique—a vibrant, zesty lime that doesn’t change under different light sources (unlike some emeralds).
Inclusions: Natural Peridots may have tiny, disc-shaped “lily pad” inclusions or subtle veils.
Feel & Weight: It will feel substantial and cool to the touch. Glass imitations feel warmer and lighter.
For certainty, we provide certification of authenticity with our Peridots, confirming their natural origin and characteristics.
Explore Our Vibrant Peridot Collection
Each Peridot is selected for its electrifying green hue and crystalline clarity. Whether you seek to harness Mercury’s power for success, heal your heart, or simply carry a piece of the sun’s joyful energy, our Peridot stones offer beauty, value, and profound astrological benefits.