八月誕生石—-橄欖石
August birthstone – peridot
橄欖石礦物的英文總稱為「Olivine」，其中寶石級別的橄欖石則稱為「Peridot」，而橄欖石一詞源自於阿拉伯語「faridat」，意思是「寶石」。
The general English name of the olivine mineral is “Olivine”, and the gem-grade olivine is called “Peridot”. The word olivine is derived from the Arabic “faridat”, which means “gem”.
相傳在古埃及，橄欖石被稱作「太陽之石」或是「從太陽上飛落的寶石」而受到人們崇拜，因此被當作護身符，人們相信橄欖石所具有的力量像太陽一樣強烈，可驅除邪惡、降伏妖神。
According to legend, in ancient Egypt, peridot was called the “Stone of the Sun” or “the gem that fell from the sun” and was worshiped by people. Therefore, it was used as a talisman. People believed that the power of peridot was as strong as the sun. It can drive away evil and subdue demons and gods.
橄欖石外表猶如初春感覺，是受大眾喜愛的寶石之一。
橄欖石的綠色光亦是財富之光，有助吸引財富能量。
The appearance of peridot is like the feeling of early spring, and it is one of the most popular gemstones.
The green light of peridot is also the light of wealth, helping to attract wealth energy.
橄欖石功效
自信、活力、幸福、和平的意涵。
另外，橄欖石亦稱［夫妻之石］，是慶祝結婚 16 周年的寶石。
最特別一提，橄欖石外表的色澤，帶給人舒暢，平和感受因而被名為幸福之石
Peridot effect
The meaning of confidence, vitality, happiness and peace.
In addition, peridot is also known as the “couple’s stone” and is a gemstone to celebrate the 16th wedding anniversary.
The most special mention is that the color of peridot’s appearance brings people a sense of comfort and peace, so it is called the stone of happiness.
