A group of peridot, 8.487 carats

Technical details: Type: Peridot (Peridot) Weight: 8.487 carats Dimensions (mm): 9.08x6.95x3.82 (average) Shape: Pear Color: Green Clarity: Eye clean Transparency: Transparent Hardness: 6.5-7.0 Treatment: Untreated Origin: Unknown Certification: Certificate from the Saudi Laboratory (MT) - Website (www.mtgl.com.sa) Peridot is a gemstone belonging to the Olivine group, which is primarily magnesium and iron silicate. It is known for its distinctive lively olive green color, ranging from yellowish green to dark green or emerald green. This color is mainly attributed to the presence of iron in its chemical composition. Peridot features a glassy luster and transparency, and it is often formed in basic igneous rocks such as basalt.