2.13 Ct. Green (Lime Green) Peridot from Pakistan

There are gemstones that catch the eye, and then there are gemstones that stop time. This transparent peridot weighs 2.13 carat, and its asscher octagon shape measures 7.25 by 6.79 by 5.19 millimeters, dimensions that place it well above the more common sizes seen for faceted peridot. What makes this stone truly rare is not only its generous proportions, but the intensity of its lime green color, a vivid tone far more saturated than the olive and grassy hues typically encountered. The asscher cut brings a hall of mirrors effect to the gem, its step facets and squared octagonal silhouette producing a luminous depth that amplifies the peridots natural color while maintaining crisp geometric elegance. Evaluated at eye level the clarity grade is very slightly included, a level of purity that reads as clean and transparent to the viewer, allowing light to pass unimpeded through the pavilion and crown, and the polish is excellent, leaving every facet with a finely finished face that flashes and scintillates with movement. There is no enhancement, and the stone comes from Pakistan, a source known for producing clean material with strong saturation, making this peridot a remarkable combination of weight, color intensity, and cut precision that will be difficult to match in the market today.

To wear a peridot is to wear a fragment of history, a gem that has been cherished across millennia for its verdant glow. Ancient cultures prized this gem as a token of protection and renewal, and records show that peridot adorned treasures of the Mediterranean and Red Sea worlds, carried as talismans and set into royal regalia. The asscher cut itself carries a storied place in the modern history of gem cutting, developed at the dawn of the twentieth century, a time when artisans sought balance between brilliance and architecture. The angular symmetry of the asscher cut evokes the clean lines of classic design movements, and when applied to a stone as pure and lively as this peridot, it creates an object that feels both ancient and modern, a bridge between the old worlds that revered colored stones and the contemporary eye that appreciates precision and proportion. This resonance with tradition makes the gem ideal for those who value legacy, for collectors who assemble pieces with provenance and personality, and for clients who seek jewelry that will be treasured across generations.

At The Natural Gemstone Company we understand that provenance and natural integrity matter as much as visual beauty. This Pakistani peridot, untreated and honest, presents a rare opportunity to acquire a sizable example of intensely colored material that still reads as natural to the trained eye. The gem will translate wonderfully into a variety of classic settings, whether it is held under a delicate bezel that accentuates the clean lines of the asscher cut, or mounted in a four prong setting that allows maximum light to enter and reflect. Given its clarity grade of very slightly included, a design that places the table unobstructed will best showcase the stone so that its lime green fire and bright tone can be admired from every angle. For jewelers and collectors seeking a focal stone with historical appeal and timeless design, this peridot will serve as a centerpiece that tells a story, a story of earth born color, of skilled cutting, and of an unaltered natural origin. When you choose a gem from The Natural Gemstone Company you are choosing authenticity, curated expertise, and a commitment to preserving the character of exceptional stones, and this 2.13 carat asscher octagon peridot from Pakistan exemplifies that ethos, rare in size, rare in color, and destined to be a lasting heirloom.