Peridot specimens for sale

Peridot is the green variety of the mineral forsterite, a magnesium-rich olivine. It forms in igneous rocks and is famous for its characteristic olive to brownish-green color, often displaying a vitreous to subadamantine luster. Crystals can be stubby prismatic to blocky, and the mineral commonly occurs in basalt pockets and peridotite-rich environments, where high-temperature conditions promote its stability. Notable specimens have come from diverse localities, with rich collections from Pakistan, Egypt, Myanmar, the United States, and China contributing to both specimen diversity and size.