Peridot Gemstone Graduated Drop Earrings

Description

These lovely 3 drop earrings are made from drops of Peridot on graduated headpins. Finished on 925 sterling silver.

Also sometimes known as Olivine. Peridot is mentioned throughout the Bible, and early Christians considered it sacred. Today still, Catholic Bishops traditionally wear a ring of Peridot and Amethyst as a symbol of purity and morality. This gemstone was believed to be a stone of springtime by ancients who considered it a gift from Mother Nature. Napoleon once made a gift of Peridot to Josephine as a symbol of undying love and admiration. In ancient times, it was said that a dream about this gemstone foretold impending danger.

The green of this gemstone is often related to the Spring season due to the vibrancy of the colour.

Peridot is the birthstone of August and works well with the Heart chakra.

For in depth information please visit the Gemological Institute of America’s Gem Encyclopedia.