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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