Peridot 5mm Round Rose-Cut Cabochon, N |Sold by Each | 88702

Stone size: 5.0mm 
Stone shape: Round 
Material: Peridot 
Stone type: Natural 
Color: Medium Green 
Mohs hardness: 6.5–7 
Refractive index: 1.65–1.69 
Specific gravity: 3.34 
Treatment: None (N) 
Cutting center: India 

This peridot cabochon combines the attractive green color of peridot with a versatile rose-cut; an ideal choice for vintage or modern jewelry designs. Combine it with a variety of complementary-color stones in a more complex pendant, ring or bracelet—it looks great when set in silver or yellow or white gold. Peridot is one of the birthstones for August.

Peridot is the gem form of the mineral olivine. It is one of the few gemstones that occur in only one color; the green hues can vary from yellowish to brownish green, from light olive green to vibrant green. The color of each stone is a result of iron in its chemical composition. Yu Yo sources the highest-quality peridot stones available, avoiding those with visible black inclusions.

A favorite of yesteryear, this rose-cut faceting features a flat base (no pavilion) and a crown made up of triangular facets.

please note:
• Care: Clean with warm, soapy water; never clean using steam or ultrasonics.
• This stone is suitable for firing in place in silver PMC3 using the schedule with the lowest-temperature settings.