Natural specimen, illustrative.
Olivine · Mohs 6.5–7
Peridot
A yellow-green to olive-green gem whose iron-bearing composition gives it its characteristic colour.
- Composition
- (Mg,Fe)2SiO4
- Hardness
- 6.5–7 on the Mohs scale · scratch resistance, not toughness
- Birthstone
- August
- Care
- Clean gently with a soft cloth and mild soapy water; rinse briefly and dry. Avoid heat, chemicals, ultrasonic cleaning and hard impacts. Ask about treatments before cleaning.
- Paired with
- Leo · Virgo · Horse years · Wood element
- Symbolic
- Confidence, Connection · Heart, Solar plexus chakras. Design vocabulary, not a physical effect.
Pairs well with
Stones that share its meaning.
Garnet
Garnet group · Mohs 6.5–7.5
Grounding · Confidence
Bloodstone
Chalcedony · Mohs 6.5–7
Grounding · Confidence
Emerald
Beryl · Mohs 7.5–8
Connection
Pearl
Organic gem · Mohs 2.5–4.5
Calm · ConnectionGem properties describe materials. Chakra and intention pairings are symbolic traditions and Mulu design choices, not measured energy or medical effects. Stones are not proven to treat disease or improve sleep.