
Crushed Green Peridot (Olivine) Powder from India, Fine Crush (<0.25mm)
Peridot, also known as olivine, is an abundant green mineral that makes up most of the Earth's interior (mantle). This particular peridot is from India and has a bright, apple green color. Peridot is the official birthstone for August and is a classic choice for your jewelry projects. Our powdered material consists of mostly silt and clay sized particles. Our powders do have a slight grit to them. Please see the corresponding sediment size chart. Mineral Properties Mohs’s Hardness: 6.5 - 7 Specific Gravity (g/cm3): 3.27 - 3.38 Luster: Vitreous Color: Green Origin: India This product is not man-made, mixed with resin, dyed, or stabilized. Pictures are taken in full sun and material is dry. Size measurements are using the metric system (millimeters). ***Please note that this mineral is dense; therefore, the smallest amount offered is one ounce.***