The gemstone named Peridot is a symbol of fame, protection, and dignity. Peridot is a French word derived from the Arabic Faridat, which means gem. The stone ranges in color from light yellow-green to the intense bright green of new grass to olive. Peridot splits and bends the rays of light passing through it.

Peridot gemstone meaning in spiritual benefit is closely related to balancing power between everything that is in opposites; body and mind, emotion and logic, patience and impatience and such. Thanks to its green energy that is closely related to wood and earth that will help mental and spiritual healing process.

Peridot is the birthstone for the month of August and the 16 year wedding anniversary gemstone.