Disambiguation
- A character from Steven Universe ⇒ Peridot (Steven Universe)
Overview
This gemstone is characterized by its bright green (olive color) due to its high refractive index (the English name "olivine" comes from the color of olives).
Its Mohs hardness is 7 (almost the same as quartz and garnet), and its specific gravity is 3.2.
It is called the "evening emerald" because it shines as brightly in the dark at night as it does during the day.
In Greek, it means "golden stone" and is also called the "stone of the sun."
It is the birthstone for August, and its stone word is "marital happiness."
It is said to have the power to drive away gloomy feelings and relieve stress.
