4.35 Ct. Green (Lime Green) Peridot from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

Every gemstone has a story, and this lime green peridot began its journey in the gem rich alluvial deposits of Ceylon Sri Lanka, where small scale miners and experienced local prospectors have searched riverbeds and hillside gravels for generations. From the moment a promising crystal was recovered, it was handled with care, sorted by color and clarity by trained eyes, and sent to The Natural Gemstone Company for selection. Our purchase teams prioritize stones with natural transparency and lively color, and this specimen stood out for its intense lime green tone and excellent body. After selection, the rough was gently heat treated to stabilize and intensify color, a standard and accepted enhancement for peridot that enhances its visual appeal without compromising integrity. Skilled cutters then fashioned the stone into an elegant oval shape with a mixed brilliant cut, a choice that balances scintillation and depth, and polishers applied meticulous finishing to achieve the excellent polish you can see in the images. Each step was documented and inspected, so what arrives to you carries not only a bright personality, but also a clear chain of care from mine to market.

In hand this peridot measures 11.15 x 9.03 x 6.41 mm and weighs 4.35 carat, dimensions and weight that place it well above the average sizes commonly available on the open market. The mixed brilliant cut maximizes return of light, producing lively flashes and an appealing balance of sparkle and color windowing, while the excellent polish ensures that each facet face appears clean and crisp. Clarity is graded as slightly included at eye level, which means characteristic internal features are minor and do not detract from the overall transparency and brilliance when mounted. The intense lime green color is what makes this stone particularly special, offering a fresher, more luminous green than many darker or brownish peridots on the market. Heat treatment was employed to bring out and stabilize this intensity. This enhancement is discreet and widely accepted among connoisseurs, especially when the result is a stable, attractive color that remains true under everyday wear. For buyers who compare clarity, color, cut and finish, this peridot presents an uncommon combination of size, lively hue, and cutting finesse.

When you compare this Ceylon Sri Lanka peridot to other green gems, its advantages become clear. Against emerald, a classic choice for green jewelry, this peridot offers a brighter, purer lime green and far fewer market complications related to heavy clarity enhancements or fracture filling, it provides superior apparent clarity at this size and a much friendlier price per carat. Compared to tsavorite garnet or chrome diopside, both of which can show deep green tones, this peridot shines with a unique vividness and a more citrus inflected hue that stands out in sunlight. Many peridots from other sources or mass market suppliers are smaller, darker, or poorly cut, which reduces brilliance and immediate visual appeal. Laboratory grown or simulated green stones can mimic color, but they lack the natural origin story, the distinctive internal structure, and the subtle optical properties that give natural peridot its liveliness. The Natural Gemstone Company positions this stone as a superior choice for buyers seeking a natural, eye catching green that offers better value than many high maintenance alternatives while still delivering natural beauty and character.

Practical considerations make this peridot a smart purchase as well as a beautiful one. With a comfortable weight of 4.35 carat and the versatile oval silhouette, it is ideal for a centerpiece ring, an elegant pendant, or a distinctive pair of matched creations. The Mohs hardness of peridot requires mindful setting choices for daily wear, so we recommend protective bezel or halo settings for rings and confident prongs for pendants to preserve the excellent polish and fine proportions. The combination of intensity of color, near transparency, and mixed brilliant cutting means the stone will sit well alongside diamonds or warm yellow metals, offering a contemporary and vibrant contrast that many other green gems cannot match without substantial expense. At The Natural Gemstone Company we provide clear information about origin, enhancement and measurements, and we are happy to supply additional photos, videos, or a detailed report on request, so you can make a fully informed decision. If you are comparing options and want superior visual impact, responsible sourcing, and exceptional cutting for the size, this Ceylon Sri Lanka peridot is a compelling, rare find that stands out from the common market offerings, and we invite you to contact The Natural Gemstone Company for further details or to secure this lovely gem for your next project.