{"product_id":"emerald-of-the-sun-natural-peridot-zabarjad-ring-in-sterling-silver","title":"The Gem of the Sun — Natural Peridot Ring in Sterling Silver","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Gem of the Sun Ring by Zanvari features a natural peridot centre stone mounted with moissanite accents, handcrafted in 925 sterling silver with rhodium plating. Peridot's fresh lime-green glow has been prized since the pharaohs, and Pakistan's own Kohistan mountains produce some of the finest peridot in the world. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCentre stone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural peridot (zabarjad \/ زبرجد) — oval cut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccents:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moissanite — brilliant, permanently sparkling accent stones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 925 sterling silver (chandi) with rhodium plating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oval peridot in a classic halo setting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Certificate available to confirm natural peridot authenticity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade to order:\u003c\/strong\u003e Individually handcrafted in Pakistan — allow 10–16 business days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifetime replating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Free rhodium replating for life on every Zanvari piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Pakistan connection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeridot is one of the few gemstones where Pakistan sits at the very top of the world market. Since the 1990s, the Sapat valley in Kohistan, high in the Himalayas, has produced large, clean, richly coloured peridot that rivals the legendary Egyptian material. The stone in this ring comes from the same tradition — a gem born in volcanic rock deep in the earth, cut and set by hand in Karachi. Peridot is also one of the only gemstones found in meteorites, which is why the ancient Egyptians called it \"the gem of the sun.\" Cleopatra's famous \"emeralds\" are widely believed to have been peridot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBirthstone and spiritual significance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeridot is the birthstone of August and is known in Pakistan as zabarjad (زبرجد). It is said to bring warmth, good fortune, and freedom from envy and negative thought — a stone of light and renewal. Its colour comes from iron within the crystal itself, not from impurities, so peridot only ever comes in one colour: green, from soft yellow-green to deep olive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeridot is a little softer than sapphire or moissanite, so treat it kindly. Store in an anti-tarnish pouch when not wearing. Avoid contact with perfume, lotion, hairspray, and household chemicals, and never use ultrasonic or steam cleaners. Wipe gently with a soft microfibre cloth and mild soapy water. Zanvari's lifetime replating guarantee covers the rhodium plating for life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the peridot natural?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The centre stone is a genuine earth-mined natural peridot. A certificate is available to confirm authenticity. Each stone will vary slightly in shade from yellow-green to olive-green, and may show small natural inclusions — these are signs of a real stone, not flaws.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the accent stones?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stones surrounding the peridot are moissanite — a genuine gemstone made of silicon carbide, scoring 9.25 on the Mohs hardness scale. Moissanite has more fire and brilliance than diamond and its sparkle is permanent: it will never cloud, dull, or fade with wear. Zanvari uses moissanite for every accent and side stone across the collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs peridot suitable for everyday wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, with a little care. Peridot scores 6.5–7 on the Mohs scale, so it is fine for daily wear but should be removed for heavy work, sports, or cleaning with chemicals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long does delivery take in Pakistan?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach ring is handcrafted to order in 10–16 business days. Delivery across Pakistan takes 3–5 weeks. WhatsApp updates throughout. 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