Peridot

Peridot is a gemstone for the solar plexus chakra and heart chakra. Peridot is thought to be the stone of forgiveness and emotional healing. It eases reception of information from higher self, stimulates an openness of solar plexus and allows for an ease of tense situations. Peridot helps us move past the hurt, and understand our relationships.  It adds intelligence to your romantic situations, giving you a bit of common sense in affairs of the heart, and protecting you from unnecessary heartache. Peridot is the birthstone for the month of August. This beautiful lime green gemstone comes from the mineral olivine and has a hardness of 6 ½ – 7. Although the origin of its name is unclear, it is one of the world’s oldest known stones having been traced back to Egyptian jewelry before the birth of Christ and is said to have been a favourite of Cleopatra’s. The ancient Romans called Peridot “evening emerald” because its green color did not darken at night but was still visible by lamplight. Peridot is particularly good for healing the healers.  A Visionary stone, it brings understanding of destiny and purpose. Releases negative vibrations, and promotes clarity and well being. It is believed that when worn, Peridot eliminates behavior that is not conducive to the enfoldment of self, eases nervousness and balances and aligns the energy to heal the ego. Peridot is also a Money Stone.  Wear it to draw money and opportunity your way. Some of its physical healing properties include clearing toxins, stimulating complete tissue regeneration of the body and allowing vibrational remedies to work more effectively, and strengthening the spleen and the pancreas. Peridot is found in Canada, Egypt, Burma, Norway, Pakistan and the United States.