Peridot is named after the French word peritot, meaning gold, because the mineral can vary towards this color. Peridot is also the stone given to celebrate the 16th year of marriage! The Peridot is considered a wood element and works to promote abundance and prosperity. Dating back to ancient Egypt, Peridot was a favorite of Cleopatra, who wore the stone for its beauty and to ward off evil spirits. The Peridot crystal gets its olive to lime green colors from olivine, a type of mineral made up of iron, silicate, and magnesium.
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