August is not far off and it is time to take out our peridot jewellery and show them off! Peridots are the birthstone of those born in August. These semi-precious gemstones are considered promoters of health and wealth. Peridots are often called the evening emeralds because of their green colour. There may be a difference in intensity between emeralds and peridots, but the shades of green found among peridots is rich in their own right. Many cultures believe that wearing peridots brings healing and light into their world. Whatever the reason, wearing peridot jewellery can be joyous and a way to carry celebration with you wherever you go. So, how can you wear your favourite peridots? Here are a few ideas for you to explore:
Peridot Earrings
You can go green and take a piece of nature with you when you put on your peridot earrings. They go well with pastel-coloured outfits and can be striking with the flash of green and gold. Peridots can be worn in studs, danglers, hoops, and various styles and will still make a dramatic statement.
Peridots can be set in gold, yellow, rose, or white, in platinum, and silver, never losing their unique hue. So, if you love gold jewellery and enjoy wearing drop earrings, the Hex Gemstone Drop earrings are for you. You can take them out for an evening wearing your favourite black outfit or a plain dark saree. But if you are the kind who prefers studs instead of drops, peridots surrounded by small diamonds will hit the mark. The white diamonds will offset the green shade, making them appear chic and glamorous.
Peridot Rings
From a volcano to your finger seems like a long journey. Peridot crystals are brought up to the surface by volcanic activity and are formed in molten rock of the upper mantle and not in the Earth’s upper crust. That’s enough science for us to know when we would rather talk about peridot rings. Peridots can be set in jewellery on their own or can be added to other gemstones in a multi-coloured setting. The beautiful part of peridot and its olive colour is that it blends well with diamonds and other stones without trying to outdo the other. The more popular rings come with a circle of diamonds and a peridot in the centre. The Halo Peridot Birthstone Diamond Ring is a true example of this design, and in white gold, it shimmers like no other. Another design you can proudly wear is the Peridot Orb Gemstone Ring. It is in rose gold, and the peridot in a prong setting sits in splendour on one end, offset by the small cluster of diamonds at the other end of the ring.
Peridot Pendants and Necklaces
Single peridot, regardless of size, can make the pendant appear brilliant. Peridot pendants are often chosen for everyday wear and can be worn to work or to stay at home. The Peridot Ornate Gemstone Key necklace has an even more personalised touch. The design is ornate, the metal is white gold, and yet, the peridot makes itself known. And the Peridot Floret Gemstone Key Necklace is less elaborate, with a cutout design in yellow gold bringing the subtle hue of the peridot in the centre. Whatever the design, you can’t hide the green gemstone.
Peridot Bracelets
Bracelets come in several designs, and some of them have a charm or two. While working women prefer simple and subtle jewellery to wear daily, you will find some bracelets that achieve that touch of class. Come August, women can start wearing bracelets with single peridot, especially if their birthday falls anytime in August. Take the Affectionate Virgo Zodiac Gemstone Bracelet in yellow gold and wear them to work with any outfit – formal or casual.
Fancy a Peridot set?
If you like green in your jewellery, you will find peridots have a unique place. Their olive green is so different from the green of emeralds that they make their mark in any size or shape. There may be a few shades from pure grassy green to greenish-yellow. They are semi-precious stones and are far more affordable than emeralds or diamonds. A set of matching rings, earrings and pendant necklaces would still be easy to buy in one shot. Take the Double Pendulum Diamond Drop Earrings and the Double Pendulum Gemstone Pendant, and you are all set to dazzle at any occasion.
Peridots can captivate and charm everyone with their unique green. However, the stones are soft and must be handled with care. That is precisely what CaratLane designers do. They create designs that are strong in style and setting. If you don’t already have peridot jewellery in your collection, visit CaratLane in person or online and find your peridots. While peridots may be the birthstone for August, you don’t have to wait for your birthday, do you?
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