0.65 Ct. Peridot from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This transparent peridot is presented as a 0.65 carat, emerald cut gem with precise dimensions of 6.03 x 3.95 x 3.09 millimeters. The cut is a classical emerald cut, employing step facets to create broad, parallel planes that emphasize color and clarity rather than intense scintillation. The color is described as medium intense green, a lively tone that reads as a fresh olive to slightly lime green under neutral lighting. Clarity is graded as very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, indicating that inclusions are minimal and do not detract from visual performance in typical wearable settings. The surface finish is an excellent polish, and the piece is confirmed as untreated with no enhancement. The provenance is Ceylon, Sri Lanka, and the combination of cut, color intensity, and polish produces a balanced and refined presentation suitable for a variety of fine jewelry designs.

Optically this peridot shows the characteristic vitreous luster and a focused internal brightness that peridot is known for. The emerald cut organizes light into measured planes, producing broad flash reflections and a clear window through the table that allows the eye to read color and internal structure directly. Compared with brilliant cuts, which maximize scintillation and small flashes, the step cut of this stone favors controlled light return and a sophisticated, architectural appearance. Because the stone is very slightly included at eye level, those internal features remain unobtrusive in the field of view, and the excellent polish minimizes surface diffusion of light. In practical terms the gem presents as luminous without being overtly fiery, with reflections that are crisp and well defined. The medium intense color benefits from the step facet arrangement by appearing even and saturated across the table, avoiding the patchy color zoning that can occur in other cutting styles.

When placed alongside other green gemstones the reflective qualities of this peridot sit in a distinct position within the spectrum of performance. Compared with emerald, which is a variety of beryl, peridot typically returns more readily perceived brilliance because emeralds often carry dense inclusion structures and are commonly oiled or otherwise treated. Emeralds generally display a softer, deeper green and a more diffuse light return, whereas this peridot shows clearer, sharper flashes because of its higher clarity and cleaner facet junctions. Against green tourmaline, which frequently exhibits strong pleochroism and color depth, the peridot presents a brighter, more singular green and a more uniform reflection pattern. Tourmaline can show differing color intensities from different angles, while this peridot maintains a stable color presentation through the emerald cut. When compared to high dispersion green stones such as demantoid garnet and tsavorite garnet, this peridot will exhibit less fire and spectral flashes. Demantoid and tsavorite have higher refractive indices and dispersion values which produce more pronounced rainbow flashes and lively scintillation, particularly in brilliant cuts. This peridot, by contrast, offers clarity driven brightness and a calm, elegant sheen without competing fire. Green sapphire, with its higher refractive index and superior hardness, tends to return more intense brilliance and more durable, lively reflections, but often in a darker green range. In short, the peridot delivers a fresh, luminous green with crisp, architectural reflections rather than the fiery, highly scintillant behavior of some garnets or the deeper, more saturated reflections of sapphire and tourmaline.

For practical use and setting considerations this emerald cut peridot is well suited to designs that emphasize color purity and clarity. The step cut makes the gem an excellent candidate for rings and pendants where the table can be prominently displayed, and the very slightly included clarity ensures that the gem will read clean to the eye in everyday wear. The absence of enhancement and the Sri Lankan origin will appeal to clients who prioritize natural provenance and straightforward disclosure. Because peridot is less hard than sapphire and garnet, consideration of protective settings is advisable for rings intended for daily wear. When paired with metals and accent stones that complement its medium intense green, the peridot will contribute a refined and fresh character to the overall composition. At The Natural Gemstone Company we provide this detailed description to assist in selection and to ensure that the gem is represented accurately for design and appraisal purposes. The combination of excellent polish, an emerald cut that favors color and clarity, and verified no enhancement origin from Ceylon makes this emerald cut peridot a considered choice for refined, color forward jewelry.