Peridot has been known for thousands of years, and its discovery cannot be attributed to a single person. Ancient Egyptians were among the first to mine and use peridot, referring to it as "the gem of the sun." The gem has been mined in various locations worldwide, including the U.S., where it was rediscovered in the 19th century.
Peridot is primarily found in Arizona, United States. Other sources of peridot include Hawaii and New Mexico.
Peridot is not commonly found in California. The only known source of peridot in the United States is the San Carlos Apache Reservation in Arizona.
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Peridot likely got its name from the Arabic word "faridat," which means gem, or from the French word "peritot," which means ambiguous, because peridot can easily be confused with other green gems like emerald.
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Another name for peridot is "olivine," which refers to the mineral group it belongs to. Peridot is specifically the gem-quality variety of olivine and is prized for its vibrant green color. It is often used in jewelry and is considered the birthstone for August. The name "peridot" is derived from the French word "peridot," which is thought to come from the Arabic word "faridat," meaning gem.
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The Tamil name for peridot stone is "பெரிடோட்" (pronounced as "Peridot"). It is also sometimes referred to as "சோலோமான் கல்" (Solomon stone) in some contexts. Peridot is valued for its vibrant green color and is often associated with various cultural beliefs and uses in jewelry.
The Indian name for peridot is "Olive Stone." In some regions, it is also referred to as "Chrysolite." Peridot is valued for its vibrant green color and is often associated with various cultural and spiritual beliefs in India.
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