0.47 Ct. Peridot from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

I am pleased to present a beautiful transparent 0.47 carat emerald cut green peridot from the mines of Ceylon Sri Lanka, offered with the care and integrity you expect from The Natural Gemstone Company. This gem measures 5.96 x 3.98 x 2.54 mm, an elegant size that balances presence with wearability. The stone is cut in an emerald style, which emphasizes step facets and a broad table, and it benefits from an excellent polish that gives crisp facet junctions and a refined, satiny surface finish. The clarity is graded very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, meaning that under close inspection a few natural characteristics may be visible, but they do not detract from the gem's overall transparency or brilliance. Color is medium intense, a true green that sits squarely in the desirable peridot spectrum, and the stone has received no enhancement, preserving its natural character and provenance.

For the informed buyer, several technical attributes of this peridot make it an attractive acquisition. The emerald cut is often chosen for its ability to display color and clarity with distinction, and in this instance the step cut geometry creates a calm, architectural light return that showcases the peridot hue without the visual noise that can accompany brilliant cuts. The medium intense color intensity indicates a well saturated green that is lively yet not overly dark, which is ideal for a range of jewelry settings from classic solitaires to contemporary bezel mounts. The very slightly included clarity grade evaluated at eye level communicates that the gem is essentially eye clean to most observers, while retaining natural internal features that certify its authenticity. Excellent polish enhances the perceived depth of color and allows the eye to travel smoothly across facets, which is particularly important in a step cut where surface quality directly affects perceived contrast and lustre. No enhancement confirms that you are acquiring a natural, untreated gem, a factor that educated collectors and buyers often prefer for long term value and ethical assurance.

Beyond technical merits, this peridot carries a romantic narrative tied intimately to its color and origin. Imagine a shoreline on historic Ceylon Sri Lanka at first light when the emerald coastal vegetation reflects in tide pools and a young couple walks hand in hand collecting fragments of sea glass. The medium intense green of this peridot evokes that moment of renewal, the first true green after monsoon rains, a color that speaks of new beginnings and the kind of steady devotion that deepens over time. The very slightly included clarity can be read as a metaphor for real love, honest and resilient, with tiny marks that tell a history rather than mask it. Because the gem has not been enhanced, its story is unaltered and authentic, a natural remnant of earth processes that took place deep under the island, brought to light by skilled miners and cutters. Worn as an engagement ring, an anniversary piece, or a keepsake pendant, this peridot functions as a daily talisman that recalls renewal, clear communication, and emotional stability.

For collectors and buyers who appreciate provenance and measurable quality, this peridot from Ceylon Sri Lanka represents a compelling proposition. Natural peridots of this clarity and medium intense color, in an elegant emerald cut and with no enhancement, are scarce in the marketplace relative to heat treated or clarity enhanced alternatives. The dimensions and 0.47 carat weight make the gem versatile for a range of settings while its natural state and excellent polish lend confidence to its long term appeal. The Natural Gemstone Company supports informed purchases, and we encourage a third party gemological report if you require formal certification. We can assist with advice on mounting options that will enhance the stone without obscuring its distinctive color and step cut lines, and we offer secure viewing by appointment or high resolution imaging and video upon request. This peridot is an opportunity to own a naturally beautiful stone with clear technical credentials and a romantic provenance that will resonate with both the heart and the mind.