Peridot

Item Description

Peridot is considered to be a common semi-precious gem, but fine quality stones are really only found in a few places around the world. For many years, some of the finest and most well-known gem quality faceted Peridot stones were found at the San Carlos Indian Reservation in Arizona. Keep in mind that the majority of the world's supply of fine gem quality Peridot (especially before anything came out of Pakistan) came from this locality. These wonderful and highly sought after stones are well known for their vibrant green color and great clarity. Most of the stones you'll see from this locality are under 1 carat in weight, but this gem is certainly larger than most you'll see on the market. One rarely finds confirmed San Carlos gems in this size for sale. The stone has a beautiful bright green hue, with only very very slight inclusions, and a standard "Step Round" cut. The San Carlos stones are by far the most famous and finest quality Peridot gems from any locality in North American, and quite possibly the Western Hemisphere. This stone is from the estate of former Phoenix area dealer Marvin Rockey. Rockey's Gems was a significant business in the early days of Arizona lapidary material, and he was a prominent dealer and buyer in the Arizona area of local lapidary and carving material from throughout the state, along with material from Mexican localities. This stone was was kept back from the retail stock for its quality and beauty, in a tray of special gems, and was found in his estate (sold to us only recently). Today, these are not only rarely seen but of a highly desirable old quality, and sought after by collectors and gem / jewelry enthusiasts alike.