Peridot Pear Faceted Gemstone

The clarity and appealing green color makes peridot one of the most popular gemstones for use in all kinds of jewelry. Create a simple ring with a single gemstone, or set it alongside gems of complementary colors in more complex designs. Peridot is one of the birthstones for August. Peridot is the gem form of the mineral olivine. It is one of the few gemstones that occur in only one color; the green hues can vary from yellowish to brownish green, from light olive green to vibrant green. The color of each gem is a result of iron in its chemical composition. Rio Grande sources the highest-quality peridot gemstones available, avoiding those with visible black inclusions. The pear cut is a hybrid of the oval and marquise cuts; it is usually oriented with the point uppermost.