Apple Green Peridot · Facet Rough · 16.1 ct · Untreated

This impressive natural peridot crystal from Pakistan combines exceptional size with the vibrant apple-green color that has made fine peridot a favorite among gem cutters and collectors alike. Its transparent appearance and well-developed crystal form make it an outstanding piece of facet-grade rough with excellent potential for a remarkable finished gemstone.

Weighing an impressive 16.14 carats, this crystal offers abundant material for precision faceting. With an estimated 99% facetable volume, nearly the entire rough can be utilized, providing exceptional flexibility when planning the final design while maximizing weight retention. Whether fashioned into a classic oval, elegant cushion, emerald cut, or a custom faceting design, this crystal offers the opportunity to create a substantial gemstone with outstanding brilliance.

The material is transparent with excellent clarity, allowing light to travel freely through the crystal and fully reveal its fresh green color. Pakistan is widely regarded as one of the world’s finest sources of high-quality peridot, producing crystals valued for their vivid color, exceptional transparency, and impressive sizes. This untreated specimen beautifully represents those characteristics, preserving its natural beauty without any enhancements.

Large, clean peridot rough of this quality is increasingly sought after by precision faceters, as it provides both creative freedom and the possibility of producing a striking finished gemstone. Whether intended for an elegant custom jewelry piece or as part of a premium rough gemstone collection, this crystal offers an exceptional combination of size, color, and cutting potential.

Specifications

• Stone type: Natural Peridot
• Origin: Pakistan
• Weight: 16.14 ct
• Dimensions: 20.3 × 14.7 × 8.5 mm
• Treatment: Untreated
• Clarity: Clear
• Color: Apple Green
• Transparency: Transparent
• Rough Type: Crystal
• Facet Potential: Facet Grade
• Facetable Volume: ~99%
• Estimated Yield: ~30%