Description
Genuine Rough Peridot – Pakistan Olivine Mineral Specimen
This listing is for a genuine Rough Peridot crystal from Pakistan, sized approximately 4–10mm. The photograph shown represents an example of the actual specimen you will receive. Each crystal is carefully selected for its vibrant green colour, natural crystal form, and suitability for collectors or lapidary use.
Your specimen includes a Certificate of Authenticity lifetime guarantee generic card, confirming it is a genuine natural mineral. Please refer to the photographs for full sizing and scale details.
Mineral Species & Scientific Classification
Peridot is the gem-quality variety of the mineral Olivine, a magnesium iron silicate with the chemical formula (Mg,Fe)₂SiO₄. It is one of the few gemstones that occurs in only one primary colour: green.
Key mineral data:
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Mineral Species: Olivine (Peridot variety)
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Chemical Formula: (Mg,Fe)₂SiO₄
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Mineral Group: Nesosilicates
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Crystal System: Orthorhombic
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Hardness: 6.5–7 on the Mohs scale
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Lustre: Vitreous
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Transparency: Transparent to translucent
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Colour: Yellow-green to deep olive green
The characteristic green colour of peridot is caused by the presence of iron within the crystal structure.
Geological Formation & Pakistani Origin
Peridot forms deep within the Earth’s mantle and is brought closer to the surface through volcanic activity. It can also occur in ultramafic rocks such as peridotite and in certain metamorphic environments.
Pakistan is internationally recognised for producing high-quality peridot, particularly from the mountainous regions of the Kohistan area. These deposits are known for yielding bright green crystals with good clarity and well-formed natural shapes.
Peridot from Pakistan is often associated with:
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Serpentine
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Spinel
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Chromite
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Pyroxene minerals
The crystals form under high-temperature geological conditions, making them a fascinating example of deep-earth mineral formation.
Rough Crystal Characteristics
This specimen is offered in its natural rough form, preserving the original crystal faces and growth structures created during formation.
Rough peridot crystals may display:
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Natural prismatic crystal fragments
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Irregular yet defined crystal edges
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Glassy lustre on fresh surfaces
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Internal inclusions typical of natural formation
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Bright lime to olive green tones
Due to the small size range (4–10mm), these crystals are ideal for close-up study, gemstone cutting, or small specimen collections.
Each piece is untreated and remains in its natural state.
Size & Collector Appeal (4–10mm)
At approximately 4–10mm, these peridot crystals are compact yet vibrant, making them suitable for:
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Mineral and gemstone collections
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Lapidary and jewellery projects
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Educational geological study
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Small display vials or specimen cases
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Unique gifts for mineral enthusiasts
Their bright natural colour makes them visually striking even at a smaller size.
Collecting & Traditional Associations (Non-Medical)
Peridot has been valued for thousands of years as a decorative gemstone and is admired for its distinctive green colour and geological origin. Collectors appreciate Pakistani peridot for its clarity and strong colour saturation.
In spiritual traditions, peridot is traditionally associated with renewal symbolism and positivity concepts. This listing presents the specimen strictly as a natural mineral collectible, without any medical or outcome-based claims.
Authenticity & Product Details
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Genuine Rough Peridot (Olivine) crystal
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Origin: Pakistan
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Size Range: Approximately 4–10mm
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Natural magnesium iron silicate mineral
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Untreated rough crystal fragment
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Carefully selected specimen
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Includes Certificate of Authenticity lifetime guarantee generic card
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Photo shows an example of the actual specimen you will receive
A vibrant rough peridot crystal from Pakistan, showcasing natural mantle-formed olivine in its raw state, ideal for collectors, gemstone enthusiasts, and geological study.






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