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It is one of the oldest known gemstones, with ancient written records documenting the mining of peridot as early as 1500 B.C. It is a gem especially connected with ancient Egypt, and some historians believe that the famous emeralds of Cleopatra were actually peridots.
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What is paleo in history?
Paleo is a prefix of Greek origin used to mean something ancient and/or prehistoric. in case of "history": ancient history or prehistoric history.
Who was the first person in history to make pizza?
history
What separates pre history from history?
Wriring. As soon as people started recording what was going on around them, history was born.
Who is the patron saint of history?
There is no patron saint of history or historians.
What is the history of Philippine legends?
what is the role of legend in the philippine history
What is August birth stone?
PERIDOT
What is the August birth stone?
Peridot, the birthstone of August, carries a lime green color and is one of only a few gemstones that exists in only one color.Modern Birthstones: Peridot (kind of yellow green) Traditional Birthstones: Sardonyx, Carnelian.Other than Peridot, Aventurine and Sapphire are also classified as modern birthstones.
Is peridot a type of opal?
No. Peridot is olivine.
What is the difference between peridot and peridot quartz?
Peridot quartz is just the color possibly. Peridot is actually a semi precious stone. Cabochon is a type of cut. As for the Peridot Quartz.....I am not sure if it is actual peridot or a another name game to sell lab-created crap.
What is peridot's luster?
Peridot's luster is vitreous to oily. (:
What is the peridot's luster?
Peridot's luster is vitreous to oily. (:
What is a peridot made of?
Usually, a peridot is made of lava.
What is the density of peridot?
peridot is 3.34 g/cm3
How did peridot get its name?
The name "peridot" is Greek for "to give richness."
Is a peridot silicate or non silicate?
Peridot is olivine, which is a silicate.
What is the luster a peridot?
Peridot's luster is vitreous to oily. (:
How do you pronounce peridot?
Peridot is pronounced as "PAIR-uh-dot."
