1.12 Ct. Green (Lime Green) Peridot from Pakistan

This listing describes a single transparent peridot, weighing 1.12 carats, presented in a cushion shape with precise dimensions of 6.23 by 6.12 by 4.23 millimeters. The gem is cut in a mixed brilliant style, combining a faceted crown arrangement with a pavilion designed to enhance brilliance and scintillation. Color is a clear lime green with medium intensity, and the overall appearance is bright and lively. Clarity has been evaluated as eye clean at normal viewing distance, and the surface exhibits an excellent polish that contributes to crisp facet junctions and crisp reflections. There has been no treatment or enhancement to alter color or clarity, and origin is documented as Pakistan, reflecting a known source for well colored peridot material.

Optical performance is a defining characteristic of this stone. The mixed brilliant cut has been executed to produce balanced light return across the table and crown, yielding a pleasing combination of flash and scintillation appropriate to the gem proportions. The shallow to moderate pavilion depth, measured at 4.23 millimeters, supports a stable face up presentation while preserving internal sparkle. Under varied lighting the medium color intensity allows the lime green hue to read consistently, without appearing washed out in strong daylight or overly saturated in indoor incandescent light. The eye clean clarity ensures that light travels through the stone with minimal obstruction, and the excellent polish permits crisp, well defined facet reflections. Hardness and durability of peridot should be taken into account for daily wear, making protective settings advisable for rings and bracelets.

When specifying complementary gemstones for a custom piece, consider both color harmony and optical contrast to enhance the peridot center. For refined contrast use near color complementary stones such as violet or purple sapphires and amethysts, which accentuate the green tones and create a vivid complementary pairing. For a cooler palette, deep blue sapphires or London blue topaz produce a classic green blue relationship, while white or near colorless diamonds provide brightness and visual amplification without competing for attention. For tonal, monochromatic schemes, pairing with tsavorite garnet or green tourmaline creates a layered green composition with subtle variation in saturation, while warm accent stones like spessartite garnet or citrine lend a sunny contrast and amplify the lime quality of the peridot. Consider proportions when combining stones, small melee diamonds in the 0.01 to 0.03 carat range work well as a halo or pavé to enhance apparent size and sparkle, while accent stones in the 0.05 to 0.15 carat range can function as shoulders or side stones to frame the cushion center without overpowering it.

Design and metal selection further influence the finished appearance. For a contemporary aesthetic use platinum or 18 karat white gold to emphasize cool contrast and sharp light return, particularly when set with white diamonds or blue sapphires. For a warmer, more traditional presentation choose 18 karat yellow gold to harmonize with the lime hue, creating an overall glow that reads as rich and inviting. Rose gold offers a subtle modern twist, introducing a soft warmth that complements medium intensity green without becoming visually heavy. Setting styles that protect the girdle such as four prong cups with a low profile gallery or a partial bezel maintain security while retaining light performance. A full bezel will offer maximum protection and a clean, graphic silhouette, but will slightly reduce the face up brilliance. For a center of this size a halo of small diamonds or sapphires can visually increase presence, while a three stone configuration with matched side stones in the 0.50 to 0.75 millimeter width range maintains proportional balance.

The Natural Gemstone Company documents the natural origin and untreated condition of this peridot, and recommends considering the intended daily wear when finalizing a custom design. Because this gem is eye clean and well proportioned, it is particularly well suited to center stone applications in rings, pendants, and paired drop earrings, with design choices guided by desired contrast and durability. Our team can provide additional information on matching accent stone sizes and suggested metal karatages to achieve specified visual outcomes, and we can assist with creation of a balanced gemstone palette that highlights the unique lime green character of this Pakistani peridot. For clients seeking provenance and natural material confirmation we can supply further details on sourcing practices and handling, supporting a thoughtful and well executed custom piece.