Product Description
If you've been searching for a truly exceptional matched pair of natural peridots, this listing deserves your full attention. These two cushion cut peridots from Pakistan weigh a combined 20.35 carats (approximately 10 carats each) and measure 12.12 × 10.6 × 9.3 mm — a generous, well-proportioned size that commands presence in any fine jewelry setting.
What makes this pair stand out is the vivid, saturated green color — the kind of rich, grassy hue that peridot collectors and jewelry designers actively seek. The color is consistent across both stones, making them ideal for earrings, a two-stone ring, or a symmetrical pendant design.
Gemstone Details
- Gem Name: Peridot
- Total Weight: 20.35 Carats (approx. 10 ct each)
- Size: 12.12 × 10.6 × 9.3 mm
- Shape & Cut: Cushion Cut (Polished)
- Clarity: Eye Clean
- Color: Vivid Green
- Origin: Pakistan
- Treatments: None / Untreated
- Authenticity: 100% Genuine Natural Gemstone
- Rarity: Rare
- Birthstone: August
- Sold As: Matched Pair (Gems in Pairs)
- Category: Loose Gemstones
Why Pakistani Peridot?
Pakistan — specifically the Kohistan and Naran-Kaghan regions — produces some of the world's finest peridot. Pakistani peridots are prized for their exceptional color saturation, larger crystal sizes, and superior clarity compared to peridots from other origins. This pair is a direct reflection of that legacy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is peridot a durable gemstone for everyday jewelry?
Peridot has a hardness of 6.5–7 on the Mohs scale, making it suitable for earrings, pendants, and occasional-wear rings. It's best protected with a bezel or halo setting to guard the edges from impact during daily use.
What does "eye clean" clarity mean for peridot?
Eye clean means the gemstone has no visible inclusions to the naked eye, giving it a clear, brilliant appearance. This is considered an excellent clarity grade for peridot, as most natural specimens contain some internal features.
Can I use these peridots for custom earring or ring settings?
Absolutely — matched pairs like these are specifically sought after by jewelers for symmetrical designs. The consistent size, weight, and color across both stones make them ideal for custom earrings, two-stone rings, or a coordinated jewelry set.