How Are Peridots Cut?
Peridot is cut according to its crystal structure, usually in classical table and facetted cuts, round, antique, octagonal or oval shapes. Smaller crystals are cut as calibrated stones and larger ones are shaped by gemstone designers into distinctive stones. The Peridot is rich in inclusions and is worked as cabochons, because this shape will provide the best effect for the fine silky inclusions. Gemstone cutters know the Peridot is not easy to process. The rough crystals can be tricky and are easy to break. The tensions existing inside the crystal are often quite significant. When the cutter has removed the most annoying inclusions the Peridot is a stone that is superbly suited to daily wear without requiring any special care.
