4.61 Ct. Peridot from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

If you are searching for the perfect green stone to complete an engagement ring, to anchor a bespoke pendant, or to add a lively specimen to a connoisseur collection, this 4.61 carat oval peridot from Ceylon Sri Lanka answers that need with confidence. At 11.23 by 9.20 by 6.09 millimeters, this gem commands presence without overwhelming a design, and its transparent body with intense green color gives immediate visual impact. At The Natural Gemstone Company we listen to what matters most to you, whether that is color purity, eye appeal, or a balance between everyday wearability and unmatched beauty, and this peridot meets those priorities with a brilliant mix of attributes that solve your search for a vibrant green that is still classic and wearable.

Examined at eye level the clarity is graded slightly included, yet these natural inclusions do not interrupt the stone’s overall sparkle or its generous light return. The mixed brilliant cut has been carefully executed to maximize scintillation from the crown and depth, marrying the lively flash characteristic of brilliant facets with the elegant outline of an oval. An excellent polish enhances crisp facet junctions and produces vivid reflections across the table and crown, so that when viewed face up the surface appears clean and lively. The gem has been gently heat treated, a subtle enhancement used to stabilize and enrich its intense color, and it remains a transparent, lively peridot ideal for settings where color and clarity are both appreciated. The balance of carat weight, cut proportions, and finish means the gem reads larger on the finger than its weight alone might suggest, as illustrated by the hand photo that shows a commanding yet elegant presence.

When comparing reflective qualities to other green gemstones in its class, this peridot displays a distinct personality that is often underappreciated. Peridot’s refractive index sits in a moderate range, which produces a bright internal reflection and lively scintillation, especially when cut with mixed brilliant facets as this stone is. Compared to emeralds, which are prized for depth of green but frequently host inclusions that soften their brilliance, this peridot offers a cleaner, more sparkling face up appearance that catches light readily. Against tsavorite garnet, which has a higher refractive index and stronger dispersion that gives more fire, this peridot has less spectral flash but compensates with a fresher, more lemony green intensity that reads as more vibrant under varied lighting. Demantoid garnet will outshine peridot in terms of brilliance and fire due to its very high dispersion, but demantoids are rarer and more costly for comparable sizes, making this peridot an accessible alternative for those seeking lively greens. Chrome diopside can show a similar hue but is generally softer and often more included, so the clarity and polish of this Ceylon peridot give it a clearer reflective performance in everyday wear. Green sapphire will be harder and more durable, maintaining polish longer, yet sapphires tend to present a deeper, cooler green; this peridot stands apart by delivering a bright, sunlit green that projects warmth and liveliness rather than the reserved depth of some other green gems.

For buyers who want a stone that resolves the search for color intensity, sparkle, and presence while remaining practical for jewelry, this peridot is an excellent solution. Its size and oval outline make it versatile for a solitaire engagement ring, an elegant three stone setting, or a striking pendant, and the mixed brilliant cut ensures it will flash attractively in motion. We recommend protective settings such as a low bezel or a well designed prong head to safeguard the gem, and routine care that avoids harsh knocks and extreme heat. At The Natural Gemstone Company we can assist with custom mounting suggestions, secure shipping, and documentation that details the stone’s weight, measurements, enhancement, and origin from Ceylon Sri Lanka, so you can acquire this peridot with clarity and confidence. If your search is for a green gemstone that ends your quest with something uniquely bright, wearable, and beautifully cut, this peridot is worth considering as the finishing piece to your next jewelry story.