1.26 Ct. Green (Lime Green) Peridot from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

There is a particular kind of light that lives in this oval peridot, a fresh green like the first leaf after rain, a lime clarity that seems to hold a whisper of sunlight. We present a transparent 1.26 carat oval shape peridot, measuring 7.92 x 5.99 x 3.90 mm, cut with a checkerboard facet pattern that scatters light into a soft, dancing mosaic. The gem carries a medium color intensity and an excellent polish, and it has been heat treated to reveal its most luminous tone. At eye level it grades as very slightly included, a quiet signature of natural origin that does not interrupt its brilliant personality. Born from the storied soils of Ceylon Sri Lanka, this peridot arrives with the kind of provenance that promises both rarity and warmth. Imagine this bright heart held aloft in a setting that frames its radiance, the checkerboard facets catching the day and the dusk, turning every glance into a small ceremony of light.

This gem is an invitation to customize, the perfect nucleus for an engagement ring that speaks of fresh beginnings and deep affection. Set it as a solitaire in a narrow four prong mounting to allow maximum luminosity and a feeling of weightless grace. Choose a halo of tiny diamonds to magnify the peridot, like morning dew made visible, or opt for a delicate three stone design with tapered side diamonds that tell a story of past present and future. The oval shape lends itself to elongated silhouettes, which can subtly lengthen the finger when set in a low profile bezel with milgrain detail for a vintage inspired touch. For a modern statement consider a tension setting that suspends the gem as if it were floating, the checkerboard cut catching light from every angle. Metals can transform the personality of the peridot, warmer tones like yellow and rose gold harmonizing with the stone to create an intimate glow, while white gold or platinum offer a crisp contrast that feels contemporary and refined.

Beyond rings this peridot becomes a companion for many kinds of jewelry, each design a different stanza in a love story. As a pendant, set in a scalloped halo or in a smooth bezel it will rest softly against the heart, the dimensions of 7.92 x 5.99 mm making it a tender focal point for daily wear. Matched into asymmetrical stud earrings, or paired with a pear shaped sapphire for a vibrant color play, it finds its voice whether in quiet classic studs or in longer drop earrings for evenings when you want a little more poetry. A cluster ring that mixes peridot with white diamonds and champagne sapphires can feel like an orchard in bloom, while a slender band studded with micro pave on either side makes a refined bridal set. For a bracelet try a bezel linked design that protects the stone and lets the green appear like a procession of spring leaves across the wrist. Because the depth measures 3.90 mm, a well considered setting will cradle the pavilion and secure the gem without obscuring the checkerboard table that gives it such lively sparkle.

At The Natural Gemstone Company we love to help translate these possibilities into a tangible keepsake, a piece that will be worn at moments that matter most. Practical considerations shape beauty, and with peridot rated at a moderate hardness it benefits from settings that balance protection with brilliance. A bezel offers shelter for everyday life, making this peridot ideal for a promise ring or a cherished daily pendant, while a secure prong or halo lets more light play through the cut for special occasion rings. Our design studio can adapt the gem into heirloom inspired filigree that tells a story across generations, or into pared down modern lines that let the color sing with quiet confidence. We can discuss companion stones to complement the lime green, metal choices to flatter the warmth of the skin, and setting profiles that respect the 3.90 mm depth so the stone sits perfectly and securely. This peridot is not simply a gem, it is a beginning, a luminous chapter waiting to be set and worn, a bright green promise crafted into something personal and enduring, and at The Natural Gemstone Company we will guide you from vision to finished treasure.