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Green Tourmaline (Verdelite)VSPeridot
Side-by-side comparison of physical properties, fluorescence, and crystal system — to identify by observation.
Decisive distinctionsDECISIVE
- ◎ is higher in Peridot, giving a numerical distinguishing point.
- ◎ is higher in Peridot, giving a numerical distinguishing point.
- ◎ is higher in Peridot, giving a numerical distinguishing point.
Note: properties whose numeric ranges do not overlap are auto-extracted. Both are measurable with a refractometer or heavy-liquid bath.
Physical propertiesPROPERTIES
| Property | A: Green Tourmaline (Verdelite) | B: Peridot | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Refractive index (RI) | 1.624–1.644 | 1.654–1.690 | B higher |
| Specific gravity (SG) | 3.04–3.10 | 3.27–3.48 | B higher |
| Mohs hardness | 7.0–7.5 | 6.5–7.0 | Overlap |
| Birefringence | 0.018 | 0.036 | B higher |
| Dispersion | — | — | — |
Optics & fluorescenceOPTICS & UV
| Property | A: Green Tourmaline (Verdelite) | B: Peridot |
|---|---|---|
| Crystal system | 三方晶系 | 斜方晶系 |
| Pleochroism | 強（緑・黄緑） | 弱〜中（緑・黄緑） |
| Chelsea filter | green / inert | green / inert |
| UV (long-wave) | inert | inert |
| UV (short-wave) | inert | inert |
ObservationOBSERVATION
◆Peridot has very strong acet , and SG 3.34; green tourmaline shows weaker and SG 3.04.
Color categoriesCATEGORIES
A: Green Tourmaline (Verdelite)
Green
B: Peridot
Green
DISTINGUISHING TOOLS · 3 ITEMS
Distinguishing tools
Tools that decide between Green Tourmaline (Verdelite) and Peridot in practice.
Note: this page is auto-generated from published GIA / CGL reference values. Individual stones, treatments, and synthetics may fall outside these ranges. For a definitive identification, consult an accredited gem laboratory.