Peridot Jewelry

I think peridot is every bit as beautiful as emerald--and it's a lot more affordable. Peridot was called the evening emerald by ancient Romans, because its green color becomes even more vivid under lamplight after the sun is down. The gemstone has been found in Greek and Egyptian ruins and historians think that some of the "emeralds" in Cleopatra's collection were probably peridot, not emeralds at all. This peridot pendant can go from casual to dressy, but if it's not your style you'll find several good alternatives in my peridot favorites collection.

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