1.61 Ct. Peridot from Pakistan

This exceptional transparent 1.61 carat cushion shape yellowish green peridot measures 6.80 by 6.33 by 4.91 mm, and it is cut with a mixed brilliant pavilion and a faceted crown to optimize both brilliance and color face up. The mixed brilliant cut is a thoughtful choice for peridot, because the combination of brilliant and step elements disperses light while maintaining strong color saturation, producing lively scintillation without sacrificing the gem s natural hue. Clarity is graded as slightly included when evaluated at eye level, which means that minor inclusions are present but do not materially distract from the gem s overall beauty or light performance. The polish is excellent, providing crisp facet junctions and a clean surface that enhances luster and makes the intense color read vibrantly under normal viewing conditions. There has been no enhancement to this stone, it is entirely natural and unheated, and its Pakistani origin contributes an important provenance that experienced collectors recognize for quality and character.

Color is the prime driver of value for peridot, and this example displays an intense yellowish green hue with a lively medium to slightly deep tone that gives it both presence and versatility in jewelry. Compared to peridot from other well known localities, the tone and hue of this Pakistani example are distinct. San Carlos Arizona peridots frequently show a deeper olive green that can verge toward a brownish cast in certain lighting, while Egyptian material from Zabargad Island historically trends more toward pure yellow green with less saturation. Chinese and some Vietnamese peridots may present paler, more delicate greens that read less intensely at equivalent sizes. Burmese and some East African peridots can push slightly greener with a cooler bias, but the Pakistani stones often achieve a particularly vivid, balanced yellowish green saturation that is rare at this size and clarity, which makes this piece especially desirable. When contrasted with other green gemstones, the differences become even clearer. A Colombian emerald typically exhibits a richer, cooler bluish green and usually shows stronger saturation at deeper tones, while a tsavorite garnet from East Africa carries a more pure green with minimal yellow component and often greater brilliance. A Russian demantoid garnet can rival peridot in vividness, but it will show a different spectrum of yellow green toward more grass green tones and usually commands a different market premium. This Pakistani peridot s lively yellowish green occupies a unique niche, offering a warm, sunlit green that reads as both fresh and luxurious.

For the educated buyer seeking a gem with transparent marketable attributes, this peridot offers multiple value points. The carat weight at 1.61 carats is meaningful for peridot, where intense color without significant body color loss at larger sizes is uncommon. The excellent polish and mixed brilliant cut maximize optical performance, and the slight inclusions noted at eye level are consistent with natural material and do not undermine the gem s face up appeal. Importantly, the stone is untreated, and confirmed Pakistani origin adds provenance that collectors and designers prize, because locality can influence demand and perceived rarity. From a practical perspective, the cushion shape and measurements make this peridot ideal for a center stone in a ring, pendant, or bespoke cocktail piece, with setting designs that can protect the girdle and promote light entry to amplify the stone s vivid hue. Care recommendations include avoiding prolonged exposure to heat and harsh chemicals, and refraining from ultrasonic or steam cleaning to preserve the integrity of the gem and its polish. At The Natural Gemstone Company we can provide additional high resolution images, viewing videos, and optional independent verification to support insurance and resale documentation, and our team is available to advise on mounting options that will showcase the stone s intense yellowish green while protecting its integrity.