1.26 Ct. Peridot from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This transparent 1.26 carat oval green peridot presents precise dimensions of 8.07 x 6.17 x 3.74 mm, a checkerboard cut, and an overall clarity grade recorded as very slightly included at eye level. The gem displays a medium intense green color that is consistent across the table and girdle, and an excellent polish that sharpens facet junctions and promotes crisp light return. The stone has been heat treated as a standard enhancement to stabilize and enrich color without altering its natural character. Origin is documented as Ceylon Sri Lanka, a provenance that is associated with well formed crystals and steady color saturation. Observed under normal viewing conditions the inclusions are minimal and do not interfere with face up brilliance or the gem s optical performance, maintaining a desirable balance between natural character and visual purity.

The checkerboard faceting pattern on this oval peridot is a geometric arrangement of small planar facets across the crown that interacts with the pavilion geometry to maximize scintillation and internal light play. Each facet is calibrated to respond to incident light by producing a network of alternating bright and dark areas that animate with movement, enhancing perceived fire and life within the stone. The oval silhouette provides an elongated light path, and when combined with the finely executed checkerboard crown and well proportioned pavilion, it increases the total internal reflection and returns color saturated flashes toward the viewer. Excellent symmetry and polish further reduce light leakage and emphasize crisp facet contrast, which is particularly important for medium intense colors where precision cutting elevates perceived saturation. This peridot is suitable for a variety of settings where the engineered light performance can be appreciated, from solitaire rings to delicate pendant designs, and is presented by The Natural Gemstone Company with full disclosure of treatment and origin, offering a technically refined option for clients who prioritize cut geometry and optical performance.