American Gem Collection Valley of The Sun

Bask in the rays of the desert sun with piece #161, “Valley of the Sun!” This one-of-a-kind pendant was hand-fabricated to fit this larger-than-life Arizona Peridot gem. The vibrant green treasure weighs an impressive 9.98 carats and measures 13.2 x 13.4 millimeters. It is incredibly rare to find an Arizona Peridot of this size! Any peridot above 8 carats is considered a “museum” gem.  Surrounding this glowing stone are golden rays of the sun, accented with diamonds at the edges. Arizona Peridot is mined just outside the town of Globe, on the San Carlos reservation. Though peridot is found all over the globe, Arizona Peridot is the most consistently colored, producing a highly sought-after electric green color. Peridot is named after the old Arabic word “feridat,” which means glowing gem. It was also known by the Egyptians as the Gem of the Sun. According to legend, peridot set in gold has the power to dispel fears and bad dreams. It is also said to encourage positivity, and personal growth, and invite new opportunities into your life. Feel the vitality of the sun when you wear this powerful necklace! This pendant has sold.