0.55 Ct. Peridot from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

A singular expression of refined taste and natural brilliance, this exquisite transparent 0.55 carat emerald cut peridot is a study in understated luxury, designed for the collector who appreciates purity of form and the quiet confidence of a gemstone that needs no amplification. Precisely faceted to dimensions of 5.98 by 4.00 by 2.64 millimeters, the pavilion and step facets converse with light to produce a cool, luminous glow that is at once lively and controlled. The emerald cut emphasizes the peridot's clarity, and with a clarity grade of very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, the stone presents a serenely clean window into its medium intense green color. The tone carries a verdant sophistication, a yellowish green vitality that performs beautifully under both daylight and warm interior lighting, and the excellent polish ensures every table and step catches the eye without distraction. Free from any enhancement, this peridot remains uncompromised, an honest jewel in its natural state, whose transparency and cut invite prolonged admiration.

For the discerning owner, the beauty of this peridot is matched by its adaptability in fine jewelry design, serving as a refined centerpiece in a solitaire pendant, the heart of an elegant cocktail ring, or a luminous accent in a bespoke three stone setting. The emerald cut lends itself to architectural settings, where clean lines and modern metals allow the gem to assert its presence with quiet authority, and the moderate carat weight translates easily into wearable luxury that feels both precious and practical. Because the gem is transparent and finely polished, it pairs effortlessly with diamonds and warm hued metals, and it complements both minimalist and highly ornate design languages. Each facet has been cut with restraint and intention, preserving the peridot’s natural character while optimizing scintillation and depth. Owning this gemstone signals a cultivated eye for quality, a preference for gems that reveal their beauty through proportion and finish rather than ostentation, and an appreciation for the rarer moments when nature and human skill align perfectly.

At The Natural Gemstone Company, we regard responsible sourcing as intrinsic to the meaning of true luxury, and this peridot’s origin from Ceylon Sri Lanka imbues it with a provenance that is both storied and carefully documented. Our relationships with mining communities and local partners in Sri Lanka are built on transparency, fair compensation, and investment in sustainable practices that protect the landscape and support artisanal miners. When you choose this stone you are choosing more than a jewel, you are affirming a commitment to ethical stewardship, to a supply chain that values people and place, and to the preservation of natural beauty for future generations. The absence of enhancements speaks to our preference for natural integrity, and our inspection and grading process ensures that what you receive is true to the gem’s origin and character. For the conscious connoisseur, this peridot offers a rare convergence of beauty, provenance, and responsibility, a jewel that enhances a collection with both aesthetic merit and moral clarity, and a statement piece that reflects discernment, empathy, and the refined pleasure of owning something genuinely authentic.