Peridot

Peridot gemstone is also known as Ghritmani in Hindi. From its vibrant yellowish green to deep olive tones, this gem is like no other. It is Highly appreciated for its unique color. Peridot is an astrological substitute for Emerald in Indian Vedic astrology and is the birthstone for the month of August in Western astrology. It is not just a pretty stone, Peridot is believed to bring intelligence, harmony, and prosperity to its wearer. With a rich history dating back to ancient Egypt, where it was called the “gem of the sun,” this gemstone has been admired for its beauty and protective qualities. Fun fact: some believe that Cleopatra’s famed emerald collection may have actually been Peridot. And its popularity only continues to grow with the discovery of new deposits in Pakistan in the 1990s, producing some of the largest and finest Peridots ever found, some weighing over 100 carats.