0.98 Ct. Yellowish Green Peridot from Pakistan

This peridot is a finely transparent 0.98 carat cushion, a yellowish green gem with measured dimensions of 6.57 by 5.21 by 4.17 millimeters, cut to a mixed brilliant faceting that maximizes both scintillation and color saturation. Its medium color intensity presents a lively, balanced green with a gentle yellow tone that is characteristic of high quality peridot, and the stone displays an excellent polish that allows light to return cleanly from the facets. Clarity is graded as slightly included when evaluated at eye level, which is typical for natural peridot and in practical terms means the inclusions are minor, do not interfere with the stone’s transparency, and add to the gem’s natural character rather than detract from its beauty. There are no enhancements, the stone is natural and untreated, and the combination of near one carat weight, classic cushion proportions, and the mixed brilliant cut make this piece an excellent candidate for a variety of jewelry settings, from a refined solitaire to a halo of complementary stones, where its warmth and brightness will be accentuated.

The journey of this peridot from mine to market is a story of careful selection and traditional craftsmanship, sourced from Pakistan where peridot occurs in distinct deposits that are known among connoisseurs for producing stones with clear color and good crystalline quality. Small scale and artisanal mining operations typically extract these olivine crystals from alluvial gravels and vein pockets, and early sorting at the source separates high potential rough based on color and clarity, which preserves value from the outset. Once identified as a promising piece of rough, the material was sent to experienced cutters who chose a mixed brilliant cushion design to balance optical performance and yield, the result of an informed decision to highlight the stone’s inherent transparency and medium color intensity. Cutting and polishing were executed with attention to facet alignment and symmetry, yielding the excellent polish noted in our description, while gemological inspection confirmed the slightly included clarity grade at eye level and verified that no heating or other enhancement was involved, keeping the stone in its natural state.

At The Natural Gemstone Company we prioritize transparency and provenance, and we present this peridot with full disclosure of its attributes so that the educated buyer can assess both aesthetic appeal and investment quality. Peridot is appreciated not only for its distinctive green hue but also for the rarity of fine, transparent material near the one carat size, and stones from Pakistan are increasingly recognized for their clean color and attractive crystal form. For a buyer concerned with durability and wearability, peridot has good toughness for everyday jewelry when set properly, and the cushion mixed brilliant offers a favorable table and crown design that reduces the risk of visible wear on facet junctions. The slightly included clarity should be considered in design choices, for example a bezel or secure prong setting will protect the girdle and corners while allowing the pavilion and crown facets to project brilliance, and a warm metal such as yellow gold will harmonize with the yellowish green tones, whereas white metal settings will emphasize brightness and contrast.

We stand behind this gem with careful imagery and measurements, and with the option for further gemological verification for buyers who require a formal report, The Natural Gemstone Company is available to provide additional high resolution images, facet maps, and professional advice on setting and certification. For collectors and designers seeking a natural, untreated peridot with a pleasing cushion shape, an excellent polish, and an honest clarity grade, this 0.98 carat piece offers both visual charm and geological authenticity, harvested and cut with respect for the material and for the skilled hands that brought it from Pakistani deposits to our inventory. We recommend viewing this peridot under both natural daylight and warm light to appreciate its full color range, and we advise storing it separately from harder gemstones to preserve its polish and finish, all of which ensures that this lively yellowish green peridot will remain a valued element of any fine jewelry collection.