Jewelry Bonanza

Nothing compliments the light, lush, indulgent shades of summer quite like a pair of peridot earrings. The birthstone for the month of August, peridot is one of very few gemstones that only come in one color; a bright, rich green with a hint of gold from infinitesimal traces of iron in the gem.

Peridot also goes by the names ‘chrysolite’, and ‘olivine’, as it is formed from the olivine mineral. In the world of gemstones, it is referred to as peridot, which derives from ‘peridona’, a Greek word loosely translated to the meaning ‘to give richness’. A very old gemstone, discovered in ancient Egyptian jewelry the peridot was also called, “The Emerald of the Evening” by the early Romans for the lustrous shine that does not change under artificial lighting. Peridot can be seen adorning treasures in medieval churches around Europe, and it enjoyed a revival in the baroque period before fading, at least for a time, into apparent oblivion. Yet, for all its early history, the peridot is also a refreshingly modern gemstone. In the mid 1990′s, peridot gemstones was saved from oblivion when, in a remote high pass in the country of Pakistan, an amazingly rich deposit of premium peridot gemstones were discovered. Called the Kashmir peridots, this discovery brought the magnificent gemstone back into the eyes of the public where they became exceedingly popular once again.

Peridot must be cut according to its crystal shapes, usually faceted or carved into classic cuts such as round, oval, or as an octahedron. Smaller crystals can be cut in standardize series stones. Gemstone cutters understand that peridot can be difficult to handle as the raw crystals might crack easily. The inside of the crystal usually has a lot of tension. However, once a gem cutter succeeds in paring off coarse inclusions, a peridot is a truly precious stone that has excellent wearing qualities and does not need special care. This makes it a wonderful stone for the intricacies of earrings.

One of the best ways to showcase the peridot is in the delicate display of a pair of peridot gold earrings. Since the fashion world appears to be reviving its love of all things green, this luxuriant gem is enjoying a steady rise in popularity. Whether paired with white gold or yellow, sterling silver, gold over silver or two-tone precious metals, the peridot is an ideal accent to the light shades of summer attire. Peridots also look absolutely stunning paired with diamonds for a gorgeous contrast, or with emeralds to help enhance their luster with the peridots fierce, but silken shine.

Hoops, dangling styles, studs, filigreed chandeliers, and other styles of peridot earrings are available from fine jewelers in local stores and online, with multiple pairs of peridot earrings sure to suit any taste or compliment any wardrobe. Yellow gold is an obvious choice for the setting, as the gold highlights the golden cast of a fine peridot and compliments the green. Gold clasps set around pear shaped, or round peridot studs offer a piece that will flaunt a serious nature for wearing with business attire. A softly filigreed pair of peridot earrings with a cascade of tiny peridot stones falling along lacy lines whispers of romance. A simple teardrop set of peridot earring studs can state class and culture. A pretty floral design of peridot earrings set in Black Hills Gold can denote casual playfulness. Casual enough to wear every day, or fabulous enough for a night on the town, peridot earrings go anywhere in style. No longer just for diamonds, dangling earrings display the peridot beautifully. Whether a person’s tastes run to elaborate filigree designs, subtle touches of color, understated style, or a bold contemporary style, peridot earrings offer something just right. There is no end to the possibilities of pairing peridot earrings with a wardrobe, from casual to business, to class, to weddings.

A summer wedding may be the ideal venue to showcase the versatility of peridot. Peridot can compliment a gorgeous dress, enhance a wedding band, and a pair of peridot hoop earrings that highlight and frame her face, can transform a woman into a radiant bride. Ideal for a summer wedding, the perfect pair of peridot earrings can be the finishing touch that will make a bride feel like royalty on her special day.

But why restrict these gorgeous gemstones to summer wear? Rustic, earthy autumn shades are a perfect background for a pair of golden-green peridot stud earrings. If a person is thinking Spring, they will be able to see that peridot is spring – light and lush, gold and green, the shade of a frond of fern uncurling. Winter is perhaps the most perfect time to don a pair of peridot earrings. A touch of green is most welcome in the winter, and besides, what could be more festive around the holiday season than the sparkling accent of peridot earrings to compliment those holly and berries tones? Clearly, a beautiful set of peridot earrings is always in season, and never out of style.