Peridot Jewelry

Peridot is a gem-quality form of the mineral olivine, prized for its vivid yellow-green color. Unlike most gemstones, it occurs in only one color, with the green deriving from iron in the stone's own chemical structure rather than from trace impurities or treatment. It has been mined and treasured for over 3,000 years — from the volcanic island of Zabargad in the Red Sea to the lava fields of Hawaii — and is one of the few gemstones also found in meteorites. Explore the full range of peridot rings, necklaces, and pendants across the Aquamarise® peridot jewelry collection, or see how it compares to other greens in our green gemstone jewelry guide.

Yes — peridot makes a beautiful ring, with a vivid, saturated green that carries a solitaire well and pairs handsomely with diamond or white sapphire accents. At Mohs 6.5–7 it is softer than sapphire or diamond, so a protective bezel or low-profile setting and reasonable care are recommended for a peridot ring worn every day, along with avoiding hard knocks and ultrasonic cleaning. Browse our peridot rings across sterling silver and solid 14K gold, and for proposals see the dedicated peridot engagement rings collection. Full upkeep advice is in our jewelry care guide.

Peridot is always green — specifically a yellow-green to olive-green — and it is one of the very few gemstones that occurs in a single color. The exact tone ranges from a light, sunny lime to a deeper, richer olive depending on iron content and stone size, with larger peridots generally showing deeper, more saturated color. Because that green is entirely natural and cannot be artificially enhanced, peridot is one of the most honest colored stones available, sitting at the brightest end of our green gemstone jewelry range.

The peridot stone sits at Mohs 6.5–7 on the hardness scale — durable enough for rings, necklaces, and earrings with reasonable care, though softer than harder gems like sapphire. It should be protected from hard impacts and harsh chemicals and cleaned gently with warm water, mild soap, and a soft cloth rather than ultrasonic or steam cleaning. For rings in particular, a bezel or protective setting greatly extends the stone's life, and necklaces and earrings — which see less daily contact — are an easy, durable way to wear peridot. See our jewelry care guide for the full routine.

No — peridot and emerald are different stones entirely. Peridot is olivine, with a brighter, more transparent yellow-green and a far more accessible price, while emerald is a beryl with a deeper, often more included green and a much higher price point. Peridot is the brighter, sunnier green; emerald is the deeper, more formal one. Many people choose peridot specifically as an affordable, more luminous green alternative — see both side by side in our green gemstone jewelry collection.

No — peridot is one of the more affordable fine gemstones, which makes peridot jewelry excellent value, with pricing driven mainly by the metal, the carat weight, and the complexity of the setting. Sterling silver designs are the most accessible entry point, while solid 14K and 18K gold settings sit at the heirloom end. That affordability also means a larger, more characterful peridot is well within reach compared with rarer stones. Browse by product type above, or design something bespoke through our Build Your Custom Ring service.

Yes — most Aquamarise® peridot jewelry can be customized by metal, stone size, and setting style, and for a fully bespoke piece our Build Your Custom Ring service builds around your chosen peridot from first sketch to finished design, typically within 2 to 5 weeks. Complimentary engraving lets you add a name, date, or few words. Whether you want a simple pendant or an elaborate multi-stone ring, the natural peridot at its center is always shown in its true, unenhanced color.

Clean peridot jewelry with warm water, mild soap, and a soft cloth, avoiding ultrasonic and steam cleaners as well as harsh chemicals. Because peridot is softer than many gems at Mohs 6.5–7, store it separately to prevent harder stones from scratching it, and remove peridot rings before strenuous activity, gardening, or housework. With this simple care, the peridot keeps its vivid green and bright surface for decades. See our full jewelry care guide for more.