9.61 Ct. Peridot from Pakistan

From the moment the first glint of green is caught beneath the sunlit slopes of northern Pakistan, this peridot begins a journey that is as much about place as it is about stone. Formed deep within the earth where mantle conditions allow for the birth of olivine crystals, this gem carried through time and pressure a color that evokes sun warmed leaves and early spring verdure. Miners in remote pockets of Pakistan have long prized peridot for its pure and vivid hues, and the rough that eventually became this 9.61 carat oval peridot was selected for its remarkable clarity and color straight from the source. At The Natural Gemstone Company we honor that origin by tracing each step from the mine to the workshop, ensuring that the story of this gem remains intact, and that its natural beauty is preserved without any enhancement.

The stone presents as a transparent, yellowish green oval, weighing an impressive 9.61 carats, with measured dimensions of 14.14 x 12.13 x 8.27 mm. Those numbers are more than technical details, they are a promise of presence and proportion, offering a size that commands attention while retaining the classic elegance of peridot. Cut as a mixed brilliant, the facet pattern was chosen to balance scintillation and color distribution, allowing the vivid color intensity to flood each table and pavilion facet. Evaluated at eye level the clarity grade is very slightly included, with inclusions that are minor and do nothing to interrupt the gem's lively sparkle. The polish is excellent, which means the surface has been finished to optical smoothness, maximizing light return and giving the peridot a lively, glass like sheen. Importantly this gem has no enhancement, a fact that appeals to purists and collectors who value natural, unaltered stones, and who understand that untreated peridot with such weight and color is a rarity.

The artful transformation from rough to gem is where the craft meets the character of the material, and in this peridot the cutter sought to reveal depth and fire while preserving as much of the original crystal as possible. The mixed brilliant cut combines the brilliance of a faceted crown with the depth of a well proportioned pavilion, and at 14.14 x 12.13 x 8.27 mm the oval profile offers an ideal canvas for this approach. The 9.61 carat weight enhances the stone's presence, allowing light to travel through a generous body and display the vivid yellowish green in a spectrum of tones from bright lime at the edges to richer olive in the heart. Because the clarity is very slightly included at eye level, the internal character of the gem adds a subtle natural texture that confirms its authenticity without distracting from its brilliance. This combination of substantial carat weight, crisp cutting, vivid color, excellent polish, and natural clarity is what elevates the piece into the realm of premium peridot offerings.

At The Natural Gemstone Company we present this peridot not only as a beautiful object, but as a piece with provenance, material integrity, and wearable grandeur. A 9.61 carat peridot in an oval mixed brilliant form suits a variety of settings, from a statement solitaire in a sleek gold mount to an elegant halo that frames and amplifies its vivid hue. We encourage collectors and connoisseurs to appreciate the balance between weight and optical performance, to feel the reassuring heft of a near ten carat gem, and to value the unenhanced nature of this peridot as part of its long term appeal. For those who request it we can provide additional images, specific lighting views, and guidance on settings that protect and showcase the gem, along with recommended care such as avoiding harsh chemicals and extreme heat to preserve its polish. If you seek a peridot that tells the story of its origin in Pakistan, that stands out with a commanding 9.61 carat presence, and that embodies premium quality through natural color, excellent polish, and thoughtful cutting, this stone is a rare and compelling choice, and we at The Natural Gemstone Company are ready to help bring it into your collection.