Jewelry Antiques of the 20th Century

August is the Month for Peridot.

This beautiful apple green gemstone was often called Olivine because of its Olive Color, and sometimes Chrysolite.

Arizona Highways, February 1975 (Peridot and Other Gems) (Vol. 51, No. 2)

Lowest used price: $15.00

The name Peridot comes from the Greek language with some of the most important deposits found in the Red Sea area from the Volcanic Isle of St John where they have been mined for… Continue reading August Birthstone