Peridot: Sunshine you can wear
Often underrated but impossible to ignore, peridot is summer’s citrus-hued gem. With its vivid green glow and surprising history, this stone brings a bold, joyful energy to any collection. Whether you’re basking in the sun or planning your next statement piece, peridot might just be the gem you didn’t know you needed.
A Brief History
Peridot has enchanted humans for thousands of years, dating all the way back to Ancient Egypt, where it was known as the “gem of the sun.” Cleopatra is believed to have worn peridot, mistaking it for emerald, and some historians think many “emeralds” in royal collections were actually this luminous green gem.
The Habsburg Peridot Parure: a masterpiece of 19th-century design featuring vivid green peridots and diamonds. Once part of the Austrian imperial collection, this suite embodies the elegance of the Habsburg court. Decades later, it found a new stage on the incomparable Joan Rivers, proving true style is timeless.
Why It’s Having a Moment
With its punchy lime-green hue and natural sparkle, peridot is the ultimate mood-booster. It feels like bottled sunshine, perfect for those craving color or a fresh alternative to traditional gemstones. It’s increasingly showing up in fashion-forward fine jewelry, beloved for its ability to feel both luxe and playful.
From Arizona’s desert heat to the mountains of Pakistan, the mines of China, Myanmar, and Vietnam, peridot’s vivid green travels the world before it reaches your jewelry box.
What Does It Symbolize?
Peridot has long been associated with renewal, protection, and abundance. It’s said to ward off negativity, bring good fortune, and help align the heart and mind. As the birthstone for August, it represents strength and vitality.
Peridot proves its versatility in every shape, from classic rounds to elegant ovals and bold cushions, each cut captures its signature green glow.
Final Thoughts: Don’t Sleep on Peridot
For too long, peridot’s been misunderstood, relegated to the sidelines while flashier stones got the spotlight. But in today’s world of color-rich luxury and personal storytelling, peridot is having a long-overdue revival.
Whether you’re drawn to its lush color or magnetic glow, peridot is a bold choice with timeless roots. At Totally Stoned, we think of it as sunshine you can wear.
Ready to add some green to your stack? Check out our Peridot pieces in the Puff Collection or email us at info@totallystonedjewelry.com to start your own one-of-a-kind design.