peridot

per·i·dot | \ ˈper-ə-ˌdät

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Definition of peridot

: a deep yellowish-green transparent variety of olivine used as a gem

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Recent Examples on the Web The gemstone, commonly known as peridot, the August birthstone, is also extremely abundant. — Peter Fimrite, SFChronicle.com, "Could putting pebbles on beaches help solve climate change?," 16 Dec. 2019 Brocade bracelet with peridot, coral, and turquoise beads, cabochon coral, diamonds, 18-karat gold, and platinum, $93,000. — Parker Bowie Larson, ELLE Decor, "David Webb Conjures Up Bejeweled Bracelets Woven from Gems, Pearls, and Gold," 1 Sep. 2019 The ring features an emerald, sapphire, and peridot stone—the birthstones of Harry, Meghan, and Archie. — Chelsey Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, "Duchess Meghan Made an Elegant Update to Her Go-To Earrings," 16 July 2019 Each birthstone is said to have its own meaning and significance, with sapphires believed to protect those close to you from harm, peridots said to instill power in the wearer, and emeralds considered a symbol of rebirth and love. — Omid Scobie, Harper's BAZAAR, "The Moving Story Behind Duchess Meghan's Stunning Lorraine Schwartz Eternity Ring," 29 June 2019 Rare peridot from Pakistan suspended from a conical sphere of tsavorites. — Stellene Volandes, Town & Country, "How to See the Next Jewelry Masterpiece," 14 Mar. 2019 In gemstone form, a variety of olivine is known as peridot. — CBS News, "Hawaii's Kilauea volcano not actually raining gemstones," 20 June 2018 In gemstone form, a variety of olivine is known as peridot. — CBS News, "Hawaii's Kilauea volcano not actually raining gemstones," 20 June 2018 In gemstone form, a variety of olivine is known as peridot. — CBS News, "Hawaii's Kilauea volcano not actually raining gemstones," 20 June 2018

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“Peridot.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/peridot. Accessed 17 Feb. 2020.

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