This peridot necklace contains a genuine earth mined peridot gemstone. This stone contains moderate inclusions as is to be expected in a natural peridot of this size. The green color in this gem is absolutely stunning. The setting and 18" necklace are both solid sterling silver. This item is brand new and was appraised by a gemologist at Federal Gemological Laboratory Of Canada. The appraisal will be included and describes the item as follows:
Shape And Cut: Oval
Weight: 10.40 ct
Species: Natural Peridot
Colour: Green
Transparency: Transparent
Lustre: Vitreous
Refractive Index: 1.65 to 1.69
Identifying Characteristics: Internal
M.S.R.P: $1,050.00 CAD
***This item will be sent in a high end wood gift/storage box.***
Here are some fun facts about peridot. It is the official birthstone of August. It is formed in molten rock within the earth's mantel and brought to the earth's surface by volcanoes, the only other gem formed this way is diamond! Peridot is often used for its metaphysical properties and healing energies which are too numerous to list here (a quick google search will turn up much more information regarding this).
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