Attributes
In ancient times it was thought to keep away evil spirits
Illuminates the ability to detach from outside influences and look to your inner power for guidance
Purifies the subtle and physical bodies and the mind
Releases guilt or obsession
Assist understanding of your destiny and spiritual purpose
Alleviates jealousy, resentment, spite and anger
Enhances confidence and assertion without aggression
Myth & Lore
As with many of the stones I've come across, the Peridot has its earliest history in Egypt Ancient papyri records mining as early as 1500 BCE and it is the national gem of Egypt as its green color resembles an Emerald, the stone Cleopatra was so fond of. In fact many believe the stones Cleopatra wore were indeed Peridot. The darkest green can only be found in Egypt and Burma, but due to restrictive governments in both places, there is very little mining in those countries today. Many cultures throughout history utilized Peridot as carved talismans to repulse evil and dispel nightmares. Peridot is also called the "evening emerald" because under artificial light and/or moonlight the stone glows a brilliant green but, it is softer in intensity than emerald. Peridot of two or three carats are expensive as the larger stones are darker and more vibrant. Stones of eight or more carats are extremely rare and only found in museums or owned by collectors. The stones we see in jewelry today vary from light to darker green with tones of yellow or gold. Peridot was brought to Europe in the middle ages to be used in the breastplates of the Crusaders or used in church plates or robes. It is thought to free the mind of envious thoughts and promote friendships, as well as, encourage spiritual preaching accompanied by miracles.
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