Emerald Versus Peridot: Which Gemstone Will You Choose?

Green colour is said to be the colour of prosperity, fertility and happiness. If you are someone looking for a gemstone jewellery such as the bridal set rings UK having this magical green colour then you are just at the right place. Here we have taken into account two different gemstones emerald and the peridot. Although the two gemstones have a quite different colour and appear widely different as well from each other. While the first one carries a bluish green colour which is somewhat on the darker side, the other gemstone has the olive-green colour having a slightly olive undertone.

A symbol of rebirth, abundance and peace, the emerald is the first choice by the newlyweds and therefore the emerald engagement rings UK are in demand. The other gemstone- the peridot protects the wearer from all kinds of negative energies and acts as a talisman in such cases. While the emerald is considered to be a fairly tough gemstone which ranges from 7.8 to 8.0 on the Mohs scale, the peridot on the other hand ranges from 6.5 to 7.0 making it weaker in comparison to the emeralds.

Inclusions are a common thing which can be seen in almost all kinds of gemstones and same is the case with the emeralds as well. The emeralds when seen with the naked eyes also have various inclusions in them. The peridots on the other hand are among those few gemstones which has an eye clean structure without inclusions. The emeralds because of its easy availability and also because of the impression in the masses is said to be the most loved and sought after gemstone. The peridots on the other hand have a select group of people as not everyone has the idea about this gemstone. Yet it is loved by people owing to its lime green colour.

If you too are someone who would love to know more about these gemstones then please refer to the infographic attached and you will have a fair idea about the gemstones by knowing about them in detail.