Bright green sparkling Peridot tucked inside dark volcanic rock? Nature really understood the assignment on this one!
 
The contrast is what grabs you first. Vibrant green crystals emerge from the dark basalt matrix, creating a specimen that feels equal parts gemstone, volcanic relic, and conversation starter.
Peridot from the San Carlos Apache region has become especially well known among collectors, and specimens like these offer a chance to appreciate the stone in a more natural setting rather than as a polished gem.
 
Many crystal lovers associate Peridot with abundance, personal growth, emotional healing, and moving forward with optimism. Basalt contributes grounding and stabilizing energy, creating a combination that encourages growth while keeping your feet firmly planted on the ground.
 
Geologically, Peridot is a variety of olivine that forms deep within the Earth and is often brought closer to the surface through volcanic activity. In some cases, the crystals remain embedded within basalt as the lava cools, preserving this unusual and highly collectible pairing.
 
It's part crystal, part geology lesson, and completely fascinating.
 
Dimensions:: 4.5"x3"x2.5"
Weight: 1.66 lb
Chakras: Heart
Zodiac: Leo
Mohs: 5-7