1.77 Ct. Green (Lime Green) Peridot from Afghanistan

In the high, wind-weathered valleys of northern Afghanistan, where ancient geological forces have folded and shifted the earth into secret repositories of mineral wealth, this peridot first announced itself to the world. It was discovered by experienced hands who know the rhythms of the land, miners whose craft has been handed down through generations and whose respect for the stone is visible in the way they handle each rough crystal. From the moment the lime green shimmer caught the light in a cleared vein, there was a sense that something exceptional had been unearthed. This is one beautiful transparent 1.77 carat cushion shape green lime green peridot, a gem whose presence is immediate and undeniable. Its dimensions measure 6.91 by 6.90 by 5.10 mm, and even in its earliest form the stone hinted at a clarity and purity that would reward careful cutting and polishing. The origin, Afghanistan, lends the gem a provenance that is both storied and rare, a provenance that elevates its desirability for collectors and connoisseurs who understand that place matters as much as pedigree.

The transformation from rough crystal to a finely faceted jewel is a careful negotiation between nature and human intention, and for this peridot a master cutter chose a mixed brilliant cut in a cushion outline to embrace the stone’s natural strengths. The mixed brilliant was selected to maximize scintillation, to let the lively lime green color play across a constellation of facets, and to preserve weight while opening a window into the gem’s internal life. At 1.77 carats, the stone maintains a satisfying presence that feels substantial when set, without overpowering a delicate design. The cutter worked to respect the gem’s very slightly included clarity grade evaluated at eye level, positioning facets so that the stone’s modest inclusions become evidence of authenticity rather than distraction. The medium color intensity is a perfect balance, vivid enough to attract attention, refined enough to wear with understated elegance, and the excellent polish allows each facet to dance with light. Importantly, the gem bears no enhancement, a declaration of natural integrity that resonates with collectors who prize unaltered beauty.

When the faceting and finishing were complete, the peridot was entrusted to The Natural Gemstone Company, where our team meticulously inspects, measures, and documents every aspect of a gem before it reaches the market. Our specialists confirmed the weight, the cushion proportions, and the exact dimensions of 6.91 by 6.90 by 5.10 mm, and prepared a full description that respects gemological standards while celebrating the piece’s unique character. We take special care with provenance, maintaining clear records that trace this peridot from its Afghan origin through each stage of handling, and we stand behind the declaration that the stone is natural and untreated. The story of this peridot is part scientific, part artisanal, and entirely human, linking the miner who first unearthed its potential, the cutter who revealed its fire, and The Natural Gemstone Company which brings it to the collector who will give it its next chapter. For a person of refined taste, ownership of such a gem is not merely an addition to a collection, it is a signal of discernment and an appreciation for the rare alignment of place, time, and craftsmanship.

To wear this peridot is to carry a landscape with you, to possess a fragment of Afghanistan’s mineral heritage rendered into a jewel with contemporary allure. Imagine the cushion shape set in warm 18 karat yellow gold to accentuate the lime green radiance, or in cool platinum for a modern counterpoint that emphasizes the gem’s translucence and scintillation, the mixed brilliant cut offering a lively interplay of light whether the setting is a ring, a pendant, or a bespoke pair of cufflinks. The gem’s very slightly included clarity evaluated at eye level gives it a story that a flawless stone cannot tell, small natural fingerprints that speak of origins deep in the earth. Owning this 1.77 carat peridot, with its excellent polish and medium color intensity, is an achievement, a refinement that communicates both confidence and connoisseurship. If you are seeking an object of desire that embodies natural beauty, deliberate craft, and documented provenance, The Natural Gemstone Company invites you to consider this peridot, a singular expression of nature made wearable, a piece ready to become a signature of your personal collection.