Nuttalls of Chester - Fine Quality Jewellers: July 2010

Saturday 31 July 2010

Peridot Jewellery

Introduction

All our Peridot items of jewellery are purchased from our suppliers under the provision that they were sourced under ethical conditions.

Peridot is one of the prettiest of all green gems, occurring in a colour that is the epitome of grass green.

Interestingly enough, the name topaz may have initially been applied to Peridot, for it is found on the island of Topazos (Zabargad) in the Red Sea.The name Peridot is used to describe the gem variety of the forsterite to fayalite olivine series.

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What is Peridot

Properties of Peridot

Peridot is the gem variety of the olivine group, which has the following species: Forsterite–Mg2SiO4 and Fayalite–Fe2SiO4 Hardness: (Mohs) 6.5 to 7

Cleavage: Imperfect to distinct in one direction (rarely seen)

Specific Gravity: 3.34 + 0.17,–0.07

Refractive Index: 1.654–1.690 (±0.020)

Birefringence: 0.035 to 0.038

Optic Character: Biaxial (positive or negative; the beta index is usually near halfway between alpha and gamma)

Crystal System: Orthorhombic; usually occurs as rounded pebbles; well formed crystals are quite rare.

Colours: Mainly green; sometimes yellow or brown

Pleochroism: Weak to moderate, dichroic

UV Fluorescence: Generally inert

Dispersion: 0.020

Phenomena: Cat’s eye and star peridot are known, but are rare

Handling: Ultrasonic: not safe; never clean peridot ultrasonically

Steamer: not safe

The best way to care for peridot is to clean it with warm, soapy water. Avoid exposure to heat, acids and rapid temperature changes.

Enhancements: Peridot is not typically enhanced.

Synthetic available? No

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Friday 30 July 2010

Peridot - Birthstone for August

Peridot was called the 'gem of the sun' by the Ancient Egyptions and 'evening emerald' by the Romans who often mistaken it as such. Hawaiians thought it to be the Goddess Peles' tears. Pirates thought it had the power to drive away evil spirits, and powdered peridot has been used to cure asthma - No wonder it was Cleopatras' favourite gemstone!

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August Birthstone poem - the Peridot

"Wear a Peridot or for thee,

No conjugal fidelity,

The August born without this stone,

`Tis said, must live unloved alone."

Thursday 29 July 2010

Sapphire - Birthstone for September

Sapphire translates from the ancient Greek word for blue, but they are to be found in many different colours. They are often referred to the 'gem of the heavens' or 'celestial gem', and are thought to offer faith, truth and sincerity. They bring joy, wisdom and peace. Sapphires are second in hardness to only diamonds, and therefore provide an excellent partnership.

A Sapphire Poem

The liquid shimmers, fresh and new

Crystallised blue

Reflecting light

A superb sight

Strong striking waves crash and roll

Out of control

Cerulean spray

Sapphire display

Such dazzling colours sparkling

So inspiring

So magical

So... beautiful

Peridot - Birthstone for August

August Birthstone poem - the Peridot

"Wear a Peridot or for thee,

No conjugal fidelity,

The August born without this stone,

`Tis said, must live unloved alone."

Ruby - The Birthstone for July

To the ancients, ruby was known as "the king of gems". Ruby is the birthstone of July. Ruby is the traditional wedding anniversary gift for a couple's 15th and 40th year.

Rubies are red. Violets are blue. I'm in love with wonderful you ...

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General Appearance and Quality - To the naked eye items must be void of obvious scratches/marks/defects etc, and show an overall excellent standard of workmanship. The item must adhere to the general description advertised including finger size required and any other bespoke additions such as engraving, diamond upgrades, etc.
Hallmarking - All items must confirm to current British Hallmarking Standards where necessary and should therefore have the applicable stamp. Please note: some items may also have our registered 'punch' mark.
Stone quality - (if applicable) - Any stones present must be at least of the quality advertised and free from anything other than natural defects that are usually present in real and natural gemstones.
Setting, Mounts and Fittings - (if applicable) - The setting must hold stones secure. Settings, mounts and fittings must be free of obvious faults and also secure where applicable. Please note: Due to the nature of handmade jewellery, some items may not always be as symmetrical in appearance as those that are machine made, but should still maintain an overall high quality standard.
Shank - (if applicable) - the shank or band must be free from any obvious blemishes and/or scratches, and should show an overall uniform and suitable finish.

Important: Only items that have been 'tagged' with our Quality Approved Security Labels have met our stringent 5 Point Quality Assurance Check.

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