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Peridot has a virtueous and greasy luster.
Gem Quality mineral Olivine are called Peridot by gemologists. The Olive/Bottle Green color is due to the presence of Iron. It is a Magnesium and Iron Silicate in which Magnesium and Iron is linked together in varying proportions. Good quality crystals are very rare. |
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In the ancient times, people believed Peridot to store bright rays of Sun and guard against eclipses and blindness.Peridot is mined in Egypt, China, Myanmar, Brazil, USA (Arizona), Australia and South Africa. |
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Peridot Properties
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Chemical Composition
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Density
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Hardness
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Origin
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Refractive Index
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(Mg Fe)2 Si O4
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3.30 - 3.40
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6.50 - 7.00
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China
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1.654 - 1.690
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