1.03 Ct. Peridot from Pakistan

From deep beneath the earth to the delicate curve of a ring, this peridot carries a story that begins in the hot, mineral rich reaches of the mantle and finds its way to the light through the rugged terrain of northern Pakistan, a region known for producing peridot of vibrant hue and honest character. Over seasons and eons, olivine crystals grew and were transported closer to the surface by volcanic activity and tectonic movement, forming the rough that miners carefully extract by hand. Small scale, often family run mining operations respect the land and use traditional techniques to recover these crystals, a labor of patience that concentrates character into every piece. Our teams work closely with local miners to ensure that the search for beauty does not sacrifice community or environment, and this heart shaped peridot carries the earths fingerprint in its color and internal structure, a direct link between the ground it came from and the piece you hold.

The transformation from rough to this exquisite heart shaped gem was guided by the hands of skilled cutters who saw potential in a blank of intense yellowish green, and who chose a mixed brilliant cut to maximize sparkle while honoring the stone’s transparent nature. We present a 1.03 carat peridot, with precise dimensions of 6.01 x 6.10 x 4.30 mm, cut and polished to an excellent finish that allows light to play through its facets with lively brilliance. The departure point for the cutter was the desire to create a symmetrical heart, a romantic silhouette that still demands precision to balance pavilion depth and crown facets. Its clarity is graded as very very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, meaning that the stone is essentially clean to most observers, with only minute inclusions that do not interfere with its exceptional transparency or vibrant look. Color intensity is intense, a fresh yellowish green that shifts playfully depending on lighting, and there has been no enhancement to alter or amplify this natural color, a purity of origin that collectors and connoisseurs prize. The Natural Gemstone Company stands behind this description, and our specialists evaluated the cut, polish, and natural status of this gem.

When considering this peridot for daily wear, understanding its place on the Mohs hardness scale helps set expectations for durability and care. Peridot typically measures about 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs scale, which places it below the hardest gem materials such as diamond at 10 and corundum species like sapphire and ruby at 9, and slightly below quartz, which is a 7. What this means in practical terms is that peridot is moderately hard and will resist everyday scuffs better than many softer ornamental materials, but it is more susceptible to scratching and abrasion than sapphires or diamonds. It also does not share the extreme toughness of those harder stones, so a direct sharp impact can produce chips or fractures, especially at pointed edges or thin terminals. For jewelry design this suggests a thoughtful approach, using protective settings such as a bezel for rings that will be worn frequently, or choosing secure prong work for pendants and earrings. For cleaning, gentle methods are recommended, warm soapy water and a soft brush will safely restore its brilliance, and while some peridot can tolerate ultrasonic cleaners, given the natural internal features and the value of preserving the stone’s surface and polish, we advise avoiding harsh chemicals, steam cleaning, and aggressive mechanical cleaning. This balanced care will keep the stone looking lively and protected for years.

Beyond its physical story, this heart shaped peridot holds a thread of cultural and emotional significance that has carried it through civilizations and into contemporary life, making it a meaningful gift for moments of celebration or personal transformation. Peridot is long associated with renewal, abundance, and the warm glow of sunlight filtered through leaves, a fitting metaphor for the yellowish green intensity that radiates from this stone. It is also the birthstone for August, a choice that ties seasonal identity to a jewel born of the earths heat and motion. As a heart shaped gem the piece naturally lends itself to declarations of affection, promises, and anniversaries, yet it is equally compelling as a personal talisman, set into a bespoke ring, pendant, or pair of drop earrings that will catch and return light with every movement. At The Natural Gemstone Company we take pride in presenting gemstones that are honest in origin, carefully cut, and responsibly sourced, and this peridot arrives to you with no enhancement, excellent polish, and a story that begins in northern Pakistan and is refined by human skill into an object of lasting beauty. If you desire assistance in selecting a setting that balances protection with display, or would like additional images or advice for custom mounting, we are ready to help bring this gem from our hands to yours.