Antique Style Emerald Earring 2.46 Ct.Tw.Total Carat Weight, Platinum 950

This pair of earrings presents a restrained, modern silhouette that prioritizes proportion and material clarity over ornamentation, a design approach suited to contemporary jewelry lovers seeking understated elegance. At the center of each piece is a transparent, cushion shaped emerald with a total combined weight of 2.46 carats. Each stone measures 7.61 x 5.67 x 4.34 mm, and is fashioned with a mixed brilliant cut that balances pavilion brilliance with table faceting for controlled light return. The clarity grade is Very Slightly Included, evaluated at eye level, which allows strong transparency and visual depth while retaining natural character. Color saturation is described as intense, and each emerald receives an excellent polish, attributes that contribute to a vivid, even green that reads cleanly against white metal. The emeralds originate in Zambia, and enhancements are standard, a common practice that stabilizes the gem while preserving its natural appearance and structural integrity.

Above each emerald is a stepped arrangement of white baguette diamonds that reinforces the minimalist aesthetic through linear geometry and restrained contrast. The composition includes natural, straight baguette diamonds of approximately 0.08 carat, 0.06 carat, and 0.05 carat, each graded Very Slightly Included, falling within VS1 and VS2 clarity ranges, and color graded F. The baguette shapes provide a planar, architectural counterpoint to the cushion emeralds, emphasizing direction and movement while maintaining a low visual profile. The F color grade ensures a high level of whiteness that complements the vivid green of the emeralds without introducing visual noise. The cutting and faceting of the baguettes creates clean, crisp light behavior, and the combined effect is one of ordered simplicity, where every element serves a clear compositional purpose.

All components are precisely set in 18K white gold, chosen for its neutral tone and ability to enhance the perceived saturation of the emeralds while offering durable everyday wear. The setting geometry secures each gemstone with minimal metal intrusion, preserving the stones as the visual focus and supporting the minimalist intent. Craftsmanship emphasizes tight tolerances, consistent prong work, and an even finish on both visible and hidden surfaces, resulting in a balanced weight and refined feel on the ear. The Natural Emerald Company documents the Zambian origin of the emeralds and notes the standard enhancement, and the company stands by the workmanship that aligns technical gem qualities with contemporary design language. For collectors and designers who value material honesty, precise proportions, and a clean aesthetic, these earrings present a thoughtfully executed example of modern minimalism in fine jewelry.