2.54 Ct. Peridot from Afghanistan

A rare treasure awaits the collector who understands that true beauty begins with origin and authenticity, The Natural Gemstone Company is pleased to present a singular heart shaped peridot that stands apart from the ordinary, this transparent 2.54 carat gem, sourced from the storied deposits of Afghanistan, embodies a heritage of natural formation and meticulous craftsmanship. Measuring 8.07 x 9.40 x 5.75 mm, its proportions were chosen to honor the romantic geometry of the heart shape while preserving maximum weight from the rough, a decision that results in a presence on the hand or in a piece of jewelry that is both noble and intimate. This piece is unenhanced, a wholly natural expression of olivine, and its provenance from Afghanistan further elevates its scarcity, as such fine examples are seldom available to the open market. Owning this peridot grants entry to an exclusive circle of patrons who recognize that the rarest offerings are those that combine exceptional origin, uncompromised clarity, and a cut that reveals the stone's inner life.

The structural brilliance of this peridot is where rarity becomes a visual experience, its mixed brilliant cut unites the lively scintillation of a brilliant crown with the depth and mirrored windows of a precisely executed pavilion, this hybrid approach creates a choreography of light where each facet plays a role in returning flashes of lime and chartreuse to the viewer. At the mineral level, peridot responds to light with a refractive character distinct from other green gems, its refractive properties and modest birefringence allow facets to divide and redirect light in a way that emphasizes internal movement rather than a static glow. The cutter has exploited these properties with exacting symmetry, aligning crown and pavilion planes so that light enters, refracts, and is returned in lively pulses, the result is a sparkle that is animated and alive, different from the crystalline glitter of stones with higher dispersion, and uniquely compelling because each flash reveals subtle variations of tone and intensity.

Clarity and polish are the quiet partners of cut in producing unmatched radiance, this peridot is graded as very, very slightly included at eye level, a clarity that reads as effectively eye clean while retaining natural character when examined under magnification. These minimal inclusions prove the gem is natural and unenhanced, and they sit unobtrusively within the structure, contributing no detriment to light performance. The excellent polish on every facet eliminates microscopic surface abrasion that can scatter light and dull brilliance, instead each facet behaves like a tiny mirror, returning light with crisp edges and instant contrast. Together, the clarity grade and superb polish permit the mixed brilliant geometry to perform at its peak, sending precise scintillation toward the viewer, and because the peridot is transparent rather than translucent, the light penetrates deeply, interacts with internal planes, and emerges as dynamic sparkle and measured brilliance. In many gems, heavy saturation or cloudiness can mute the play of light, yet this medium intense green intensity has been preserved to enhance both color and shine, allowing the stone to glow from within and to display lively flash when moved under light.

To own this peridot is to claim a statement piece that will be treasured for its scarcity and its optical personality, The Natural Gemstone Company offers this gem as a single, unique specimen, not a mass produced commodity, and we invite the discerning buyer to consider custom mounting options that will showcase the heart shape and maximize light entry through either a tailored prong setting or an open gallery design. The size and proportions lend themselves beautifully to an engagement or statement ring, a pendant that speaks of refined taste, or a bespoke commission where the gem becomes the centerpiece of a personal story. Availability of stones with this exact combination of weight, cut, clarity, color, and Afghan origin is exceptionally limited, and acquisition secures a gem of demonstrable lineage and optical integrity. If you value the sensation of owning something uncommon, something that announces itself through vivacity and craftsmanship, this heart shaped peridot is offered by The Natural Gemstone Company as an invitation to join a select group of collectors who appreciate the rare alignment of nature and human skill, please contact us to begin the private conversation about this stone and to arrange viewing, provenance documentation, and bespoke setting services that honor its uniqueness.