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Peridot from San Carlos, Arizona
Peridot No. 838, Apollo A Cut, SI1, 1.36 ct., 7.4 x 7.4 x 4.8 mm, $47.60, faceted by R. Drummond On Hold
San Carlos peridot comes in a wide array of yellowish-green
hues. The gem shown above is a fine example of the bright yellowish-green peridot
from this location. Most San Carlos peridot is rather heavily included. It is difficult
to find a piece of rough gem material from this area that can be cut into an eye-clean
stone. This gem has only a few inclusions located toward the edges of the stone,
inclusions that are difficult to see by eye. The Apollo A Cut, a design by Paul Smith,
delivers great light return and a very interesting pattern of light flashes. This
is an expertly crafted and very brilliant gem that would make a beautiful centerpiece
in a ring, pin, or pendant.
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