0.46 Ct. Green (Lime Green) Peridot from Pakistan

This elegant peridot from The Natural Gemstone Company is a transparent, emerald cut gem weighing 0.46 carat, a weight that, while modest in size, represents premium quality for collectors and connoisseurs who prioritize color, cut, and untreated origin. At 0.46 carat this stone offers the practical balance between wearable size and collecting appeal, fitting comfortably into fine jewelry designs while retaining bright presence on the finger. The dimensions measure 6.02 by 3.82 by 2.43 millimeters, a proportion that suits a refined emerald cut, producing clean step facets and a pleasing table area that emphasizes color and clarity. The hue is a fresh lime green with medium color intensity, a lively and desirable peridot tone that reads bright and verdant in both natural and artificial light, and the gem is entirely untreated, with no enhancement, which is a significant marker of value for informed buyers who prefer natural state gemstones.

Clarity has been evaluated at slightly included, observed at eye level, which is typical for natural peridot and informs both aesthetic and practical considerations. Slightly included peridot will often show internal characteristics under close inspection, yet due to the precision of the emerald cut and an excellent polish, these inclusions do not obscure the gem or diminish its faceted reflections. The step cut used here helps to channel light in linear flashes that complement the lime green hue, while the excellent polish enhances surface brilliance and tactile quality. For buyers with an education in gemstones, the combination of transparency, medium saturation, and careful cutting yields a gem that reads brighter and cleaner than many stones of similar carat weight. The origin from Pakistan contributes to the stone story and to its market standing, as Pakistani peridot is known for producing lively green tones with good transparency, and documented provenance adds confidence for collectors and jewelers alike.

From a practical perspective and a value assessment standpoint, this 0.46 carat emerald cut peridot is attractive for multiple reasons. The carat weight alone signals a substantial and wearable gem that can act as a primary center stone in delicate rings, pendants, or accent pieces, while the emerald cut provides a contemporary, architectural look that flatters modern and vintage inspired settings. Slight inclusions, along with the evident natural clarity and excellent polish, suggest the best setting choices include open gallery mounts that allow light to enter, and secure prongs that protect the corners of the step cut. For an educated buyer, the appeal is technical and aesthetic, combining natural, unenhanced origin, precise cutting, and a pleasing lime green color that is both distinctive and versatile. The Natural Gemstone Company stands behind the careful selection and presentation of this piece, and we emphasize provenance, cutting quality, and truthful description so that you can place this peridot into a bespoke setting or a curated collection with confidence.