Description
Rough Peridot Mineral Specimen – Natural Olivine Crystal from China
Offered here is a genuine rough Peridot mineral specimen from China, a beautiful natural crystal prized for its fresh green colour and geological significance. Peridot is the gem-quality variety of the mineral olivine, well known among collectors for forming deep within the Earth’s mantle and reaching the surface through volcanic activity.
This piece is a carefully chosen collectible crystal, and the photograph provided shows an example of the exact type of specimen you will receive. Full sizing details are available in the listing photos, with an approximate size range of 10–15mm.
Every specimen comes with a Certificate of Authenticity lifetime guarantee generic card, confirming it is a genuine natural mineral.
Mineral Identification & Scientific Details
Peridot belongs to the olivine mineral group, a family of silicate minerals that are among the most important rock-forming minerals in the Earth’s upper mantle.
Key mineral information:
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Mineral Name: Peridot (Olivine variety)
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Mineral Group: Nesosilicates
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Chemical Formula: (Mg,Fe)₂SiO₄
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Crystal System: Orthorhombic
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Hardness: 6.5–7 on the Mohs scale
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Lustre: Vitreous
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Transparency: Transparent to translucent
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Colour: Yellow-green to olive-green, sometimes with golden tones
Natural rough crystals may display surface texture, small fractures, or mineral inclusions formed during growth, making each specimen unique.
Colour & Natural Crystal Character
Rough peridot is valued for its lively green colour, which comes from iron within its crystal structure. Unlike many gemstones, peridot’s colour is intrinsic rather than caused by external treatments.
This specimen may show:
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Bright green to olive-green shades
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Natural crystalline faces or broken rough surfaces
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Subtle internal inclusions typical of natural olivine
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A raw, unpolished mineral appearance ideal for collectors
The small size range of 10–15mm makes these pieces perfect for display trays, mineral jars, or gemstone study collections.
Geological Formation & Chinese Locality
Olivine crystals form under high temperature and pressure conditions, most commonly in mantle-derived rocks such as peridotite and basalt. Peridot crystals are often brought to the surface through volcanic eruptions or found in basalt flows.
In China, peridot occurrences are associated with:
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Volcanic basalt deposits
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Mantle-derived rock formations
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Regions with historical igneous activity
Peridot is also commonly found alongside minerals such as:
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Pyroxene
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Spinel
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Basalt matrix minerals
These geological origins make peridot a fascinating mineral for anyone interested in Earth science and natural crystal formation.
Collecting, Display & Gift Appeal
Rough peridot specimens are popular for:
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Mineral and gemstone collectors
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Crystal and geology enthusiasts
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Educational study of mantle minerals
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Unique natural gifts for collectors
Peridot has also been traditionally associated with spiritual symbolism in various cultures, though this listing is offered strictly as a natural mineral specimen with no medical or outcome-based claims.
Authenticity & Purchase Information
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Genuine Rough Peridot (Olivine) mineral specimen
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Origin: China
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Size range: Approx. 10–15mm (see photos)
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Natural, unpolished collectible crystal
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Photo shows an example of the specimen you will receive
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Includes Certificate of Authenticity lifetime guarantee generic card
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Carefully selected for colour and mineral quality
A striking rough green peridot crystal from China, perfect for collectors, display, and geological interest.
