Peridot - Gemstone Found On Earth and Mars Filed under ( Gemstone, Peridot ) by kad

What makes a Peridot unique? Peridot is found in a number of places on Earth. It can also be found on Mars. Peridot, or evening emerald as sometimes it is called, is the softest gemstone. This is probably why it is less popular than the other gemstones. It is vibrant green in color and is best seen at dusk. It is very refreshing to look at and it has a soothing and calming effect.

Peridot in History

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Peridot is the gemstone for August. It is also the 16th anniversary gemstone. Ancients believed it to have the power to reduce a person's anxiety, helps create a successful marriage, change dreams into reality, keeps away nightmares and evil spirits, and gives power to enable a person to communicate well. Peridot, when transparent, would come in variety of colors, ranging from light yellowish green to deep olive color. Like emeralds, the greener the color, the higher the value of a peridot stone.

Judging Peridot Quality

Peridot tends to be clearer than emerald and it comes in various shapes, sizes and hues. The quality is good and its value is higher if the texture and surface is clear and the color is deep green. It has a rather oily and greasy appearance. Like an emerald, a peridot could have bubbles, flaws and inclusions, so clarity is very important in looking for a good quality stone.

Care must be taken when using peridot as jewelry. It is a sensitive gemstone and can be damaged by improper use and care. Avoid excesses of temperature and be aware that acids and over use can damage the stone. However, Peridot is an exciting and fashionable gemstone that will enhance any person.

Peridot - Gemstone Found On Earth and Mars

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Handmade Gemstone Jewelry Filed under ( Gemstone, Handmade, Jewelry ) by kad

Manufacturing of handmade gemstone jewelry in intricate designs is a craft that has been around in different parts of the world for over a thousand years. This technology has been passed down from generation to generation and is preserved and practiced in many different countries, including Sri Lanka.

Sri Lanka has been renowned for its gem stones and gem studded jewelry since ancient times.

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The gem stones of Sri Lanka have adorned the crowns and jewelry of royalty around the world for many centuries.

The wedding ring given to princess Diana by prince Charles was set with a large blue star sapphire from Sri Lanka.

A Chrysoberyl Cat's Eye of Sri Lankan origin, weighing 105 carats was purchased for the British Royalty from a reputed London Jeweler around 1900.This Cats eye was cherished by four British Monarchs-Edward VI, George V, Edward VII and Queen Elizabeth II-due to its exceptionally fine quality.

The Great Aqua of Sri Lanka, with a weight of roughly 1,890 carats is the largest gem found in Sri Lanka. This aquamarine yielded a sparkling gem of 946 carats, which became part of Saudi Prince's royal collection.

The antiquity of the gem trade in Sri Lanka is clearly established by the fact that two technical terms used for two popular gem stones, Tourmaline and Padparascha are of Sri Lankan origin. Tourmaline is derived from the Sinhala and Tamil word "Toramalli' and 'Padparascha" is a Tamil word used to refer to a pinkish orange Sapphire found only in Sri Lanka. These terms were also used by the early Moor traders who were the descendants of Arab traders who settled in Sri Lanka in the eighth century AD

(1) Hopes cats eye- over 500 carats. It is the largest chrysoberyl Cats Eye in the world previously owned by Thomas P.Hope,the wealthy British banker and gem investor. This enormous cats eye is carved to represent an altar surmounted by a torch. It is hemispherical in shape and measures about one and a half inches in diameter.

(2) Blue giant of the orient-466 carats This is the largest blue sapphire in the world-466 carats. Is was mined in the Ratnapura (Gem City) District of Sri Lanka in 1907.It is a treasured possession of a famous American Gem Collector.

(3) Logan Blue Sapphire-423 carats It is the second largest blue sapphire in the world. It has a rich deep blue colour and is completely flawless. It was gifted to the Smithsonian Institute in Washington DC by Mrs. John A Logan.

(4) Rosser Reeves Star Ruby-138 carats This is the world's largest star ruby, and it combines the rare features of excellent colour,good transparency and a well defined star. It is one of the outstanding exhibits of the U.S National Gem collection at the Smithsonian Institute.

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Gemstone Jewelry Filed under ( Gemstone, Jewelry ) by kad

Historically gemstones are as old as mankind. As series of civilizations discovered different stones and treated them they came to be known as gemstones. Appearing millions of years ago in form of rock formations, buried as unknown treasures beneath the earth, gems are truly fascinating. Out of the nearly 2000 minerals discovered, about 100 of them have attained a place in the jewel kingdom. Of these 100, there are 16 gemstones that have a huge market in today's jewelry market. Leading the list of course are diamonds, topaz, ornate, zircon, tourmaline, opal, jade, garnet, lazurite, feldspar, beryl, chyrsoberyl, spinel, corundum, quartz and olivine. With many myths surrounding them, some are known as 'tears of heaven' or 'supernatural drops of blood'.

Gemstones were worn by men and women in ancient times. They attained spiritual significance in some cultures. Soon the gems became a part of birth and death. Birthstones are common the world over and have become important pieces of ornaments for all age groups. Depending on the gemstones one can decide on the way it has to be worn. With proper care these jewels can last a lifetime and also passed on as a legacy to future generations. Most important is the evaluation and pricing. The cut, color, treatment determine the quality and final pricing. Eventually it is the treatment that decides the value of the gemstone. For example, many jewelers try to coat the stone to get a higher price. You may get jasper dipped in petroleum product; oil coated emerald, or waxed turquoise. Dye is another treatment technique for gem jewelry. A rose quartz or Lapis can be dyed. Some gemstones have undergone the heat process. A ruby, topaz, amethyst, aquamarine, tanzanites are heated to get the best color finish. Gemstones like diamonds, emerald, blue topaz and aquamarine have to undergone irradiation to remove imperfections.

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While buying gemstone jewelry, look for right qualities and ask the jewelry the right questions. Ideally buying the genuine stones are better than fake ones. If there are cracks in the gemstone, beads are darker. The bead should not be dyed to alter the color scheme. A 16 inch strand should not be 14 or 15 inch less. Chipped or cracked beads can tear the necklace. As far as possible all beds should be of the same shape. Good color and good holes are also essential part of the checking process before buying.

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