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1.77 Ct. Peridot from Afghanistan
This loose stone ships by Aug 27
Item ID: | K11997 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 6.91 Width: 6.9 Height: 5.1 |
Weight: | 1.77 Ct. |
Color: help | Green |
Color intensity: help | Medium Intense |
Clarity: help | Very Slightly Included |
Shape: help | Cushion |
Cut: | Mixed Brilliant |
Enhancements: help | No Enhancement |
Origin: help | Afghanistan |
Per carat price: help | $45 |
In the heart of Afghanistan, nestled among the rugged terrain and timeless mountains, a vibrant dance of geological wonders was set into motion millions of years ago. Deep beneath the surface, where the earth's embrace remained undisturbed, powerful forces began crafting a gemstone of unique character and beauty. It was here, in the fervent warmth of the earth’s mantle, that our cherished green peridot found its beginnings. Over the course of millennia, natural elements converged, and in these shifting realms of heat and pressure, minute crystalline structures took form. The earth’s persistent force nurtured this peridot into a symbol of its harmonious struggles and victories, granting it a medium intense green hue that speaks of nature’s unwavering touch.
From the cradle of its formation, through centuries marked by geological tranquility and upheaval, this exquisite gemstone weathered its vast journey upwards through the layers of the earthen crust. All the while, it gathered whispers of mineral secrets, each adding to its allure and character. Now transparent and teeming with life, the 1.77 carat fancy-shaped peridot sparkles with a history untold, its beauty only slightly whispered through its very slight inclusions. Every brilliant facet of its mixed cut captures and plays with light, offering a dance reminiscent of playful sunbeams on a spring morning. The peridot’s excellent polish and clarity present a surface so appealing that it is easy to lose oneself in its shimmering depths.
The Natural Gemstone Company honors this peridot's profound journey from a creation veiled deep within the folds of the planet to the surface. The stone's clarity reveals not only an excellent grade but nods to the tapestry of culture imbued in it through the ages. Each glance reveals the echoes of ancient times and the promise of a timeless future, a reminder of the enduring strength and survival witnessed under the Afghan skies. Now skillfully shaped and polished by human hands, this gem stands as a testimonial to the synergy between nature’s artistry and mankind’s ingenuity. It invites those who hold it to connect with the script woven through time—a story of origins, evolution, and the lasting imprint of beauty born of the earth itself.
