1.46 Ct. Peridot from Brazil

This heart shaped peridot from The Natural Gemstone Company is a precisely executed 1.46 carat gem with dimensions of 7.04 x 7.12 x 4.44 mm, and a mixed brilliant cut designed to maximize both scintillation and color saturation. The cutter has maintained excellent symmetry between the lobes and a well defined cleft at the apex, producing balanced light return across the table and crown facets. The facet junctions exhibit an excellent polish, which enhances windowing control and preserves intense color intensity. At the stated proportions the stone has an approximate depth of 62.7 percent based on the average diameter, a depth that supports strong body color without sacrificing brilliance. Clarity has been graded very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, with only minute inclusions detectable under moderate magnification, leaving the visual transparency effectively clean in face up presentation. No enhancement has been applied, and the piece is a natural Brazilian peridot, offering the distinct yellowish green hue prized in gems from that locality.

From a practical and durability perspective this peridot is well suited to frequent wear when mounted with consideration for the material properties of olivine group gems. Peridot typically measures 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs hardness scale, and this sample exhibits that expected resistance to everyday abrasion while still requiring protection against harder materials and sharp impacts. The gem does have a tendency toward distinct cleavage in one direction, which makes facet edge protection desirable. For daily jewelry use we recommend settings that shield the girdle and point of the heart, such as low profile bezels or secure multi prong seats that protect the lobes and cleft. The excellent polish reduces micro surface wear, and the mixed brilliant facet architecture helps hide very minor surface marks that can appear with routine use. Avoid exposure to extreme thermal shock and aggressive ultrasonic cleaning, particularly if the setting traps debris near facet junctions. With an appropriate protective mounting and routine care, this intense yellowish green Brazilian peridot will perform reliably as a daily wearable centerpiece, combining eye level clarity, refined cutting, and vivid color in a compact and durable 1.46 carat heart, available through The Natural Gemstone Company.