Peridot has long been called the “stone of light.” On Zabargad, a hidden island in the Red Sea where it was mined for thousands of years, people believed the gem absorbed sunlight by day and glowed under moonlight at night. This radiant energy was thought to ward off evil spirits and nightmares.

Peridot is a symbol of light and positive energy, representing hope, balance and protection. It is worn to eliminate negativity and inspire optimism in times of change. Peridot is also August’s birthstone and a traditional gift for a 16th anniversary.