2.25 Ct. Yellowish Green Peridot from Pakistan

From the rugged, sun baked slopes of northern Pakistan, where ancient volcanic forces bore forth pockets of olivine that would become gemstones, this peridot began its journey as a secret of the earth. Extracted by careful hands from a region known for producing some of the finest peridot crystals in the world, the rough was selected for its clarity and unnaturally vivid hue. At each stage of its passage from mine to hand, the stone was treated with respect, examined under light and loupe, and chosen for its potential to translate raw geological history into a wearable jewel. The Natural Gemstone Company honors that origin, preserving the stone unenhanced so that the intense yellowish green color can speak plainly of the mineral chemistry and the mountain air that gave it life.

Cut and craft shape the story of light, and this 2.25 carat, round shape peridot measures 8.04 by 7.98 by 5.64 millimeters, transparent and faceted with a mixed brilliant cut to maximize its natural brilliance. The cutter employed a hybrid approach that blends the fire and scintillation of brilliant facetting with precise pavilion geometry, producing a dance of light that expands the gem visually and emotionally. With a very very slightly included clarity as seen at eye level, and an excellent polish, the facets act as tiny mirrors that capture, reflect, and redistribute light across the table and crown. The crown angles and carefully proportioned table allow rays to enter, refract through the gem, and exit as pinpoint flashes and broad planes of luminous green. The pavilion facets return light to the viewer, creating the characteristic peridot glow that seems to come from inside the stone itself. Without heat or chemical enhancement, the natural chemistry and intact internal structure work in concert with the mixed brilliant design to reveal a depth of color and a lively interplay of bright flashes and soft transparent green.

Wearing this peridot evokes both history and personal narrative, a connection to ancient trade routes and to contemporary design. The stone sits beautifully in a solitaire or halo ring, its 2.25 carat weight delivering presence while the measured proportions of 8.04 by 7.98 by 5.64 millimeters ensure comfortable wear and elegant mounting possibilities. The intense color intensity makes it a striking center for gold and platinum settings, and its excellent polish means the finished jewel will catch a room without demanding it. At The Natural Gemstone Company we present this peridot with full disclosure of origin and treatment status, and with the same care it received from the moment it left the rock. It is an invitation to own a piece of earth crafted with expertise, a gem whose cut enhances its inner fire, and a treasure that carries both the story of Pakistan geology and the quiet assurance of fine craftsmanship.