0.22 Ct. Peridot from Pakistan

This is a beautifully transparent 0.22 carat pear shape yellowish green peridot, with dimensions 4.95 x 2.99 x 2.28 mm, a mixed brilliant cut, and a clarity grade described as very very slightly included, evaluated at eye level. The stone displays a medium intense color intensity with excellent polish, and it is offered with no enhancement, from Pakistan. For an educated buyer, these details matter because the combination of a mixed brilliant cut and a high polish maximizes light return while preserving the gem tone that defines peridot. The clarity grade very very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, indicates that the gem appears effectively eye clean under normal viewing, so the inclusions do not distract from the overall visual appeal. The compact 0.22 carat weight and the pear shape proportions make this peridot an excellent choice for a refined solitaire pendant or as a precisely cut accent in bespoke fine jewelry, where color saturation and clean appearance are valued more than size alone. The origin in Pakistan is notable because that source regularly produces peridot crystals with vivid, pure green hues and strong clarity, and the lack of enhancement increases desirability for collectors and connoisseurs who prefer natural, untreated gems. You can rely on The Natural Gemstone Company to provide full disclosure and context for this gem so you can make an informed purchase decision.

When comparing reflective qualities to other gemstones in its category, peridot offers a distinct balance of vitreous luster and lively internal reflection driven by its refractive index range and modest birefringence. A well cut peridot like this one will not display the same level of dispersion or fire as green garnet varieties such as tsavorite, which have a higher refractive index and therefore often appear more brilliant in white light. Conversely, peridot typically exhibits stronger apparent brightness than many emeralds, because emeralds commonly carry more internal inclusions and have lower effective light return in finished stones. Compared with green sapphire, which has a higher refractive index and can appear more brilliant and sharp, peridot projects a warmer, oilier green due to its iron content, which many buyers find more lively and natural. The mixed brilliant cut on this pear shape is specifically chosen to optimize both scintillation and the presentation of color, so you get a gemstone that reads strongly as a greenish yellow peridot, maintains pleasing brilliance under varied lighting, and represents excellent value for collectors and designers seeking untreated, well graded material. The Natural Gemstone Company stands behind the gemology and provenance, and we are happy to provide further details on request.