0.92 Ct. Peridot from Tanzania

This lot presents a transparent green peridot, weighing 0.92 carat, cut in a classic emerald shape, with dimensions 6.91 x 5.14 x 2.98 millimeters. The stone displays medium color intensity, a clean, vivid green saturation characteristic of high quality Tanzanian material, and a clarity grading of very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, indicating minor internal features that do not materially interrupt light transmission or overall visual performance. The cutting is an emerald step cut, with broad parallel crown and pavilion facets arranged to emphasize color and clarity rather than scintillation, and the polish is graded excellent, producing crisp facet junctions and high contrast between the flat planes. No enhancements have been applied to this peridot, the material is natural and untreated, and the provenance is Tanzania, which is known for producing peridot with a favorable balance of green saturation and stability for jewelry use.

From a gemological and lapidary perspective this emerald cut peridot is especially well suited to custom jewellery because its proportions and optical characteristics work in concert with step facet geometry. With a face length of 6.91 millimeters and a width of 5.14 millimeters, the average face measurement is 6.03 millimeters, and the depth of 2.98 millimeters yields a depth ratio of approximately 49.5 percent, producing a shallow to medium profile that allows the broad steps to act as windows into the body color rather than dark pits. Peridot in the olivine family has a refractive index range around 1.65 to 1.69 and a birefringence on the order of 0.036 to 0.039, optical properties that create subtle facet doubling and a pronounced color face up when the table and step facets are aligned with care. The emerald cut accentuates those properties, making the stone read larger than its weight might suggest, and the very slightly included clarity grade is ideal for this style because step cuts demand clean sightlines, allowing the cutter to maximize the appearance of transparency and even color zoning.

For custom mounting and setting design the rectangular emerald shape at just under seven millimeters in length is exceptionally versatile. It fits standard emerald cut head sizes for rings and pendants, and its proportions are particularly elegant in solitaire and halo ring designs, as well as in horizontal east west settings that exploit the stone's length. Technical recommendations include using protective corner prongs or a low bezel with scalloped corners to secure the cut corners typical of an emerald cut, thereby reducing the risk of chipping along vulnerable edges while preserving the broad open table. When set as a centre stone in a ring, the shallow to medium depth supports lower profile galleries for comfortable wear, while still allowing sufficient pavilion angles for good light return. Metal selection alters perceived color, yellow gold will warm and intensify the green, white metals will emphasize contrast and brightness, and a custom mounting can be engineered to optimize visible table area and step facet alignment. For daily wear, remember that peridot has a Mohs hardness around 6.5 to 7, so protective settings and routine care are recommended, and the lack of enhancement means standard cleaning with mild detergent and a soft brush is appropriate, avoiding prolonged exposure to strong acids or extreme heat.

This 0.92 carat emerald cut Tanzanian peridot is an excellent candidate for bespoke commissions where precise optical performance and clarity are priorities, offering a balanced face up size for statement and versatility in mounting. Its measured dimensions, shallow to medium depth profile, emerald step cutting, excellent polish, and natural, unenhanced origin make it a predictable and attractive choice for designers and discerning clients looking to specify a focused color and clarity aesthetic. For bespoke design consultation and secure procurement, please contact The Natural Gemstone Company, and our team will provide measured drawings, setting recommendations, and high resolution imagery to assist in integrating this stone into a finished custom piece.