Studs Emerald Earring 1.07 Ct.Tw.Total Carat Weight, Platinum 950

From the moment these emeralds first took shape deep beneath the Zambian earth, their story began as a slow transformation of pressure, mineral rich fluids, and time. In veins that have been hidden for millennia, chromium and vanadium tinted the crystal lattice until a pure green hue emerged, a hue that would one day be recognized as vivid and alive. Local hands felt the weight of the surrounding stone, and miners followed traditions passed down through generations to reveal pockets where light could finally meet the gem. The discovery of each heart shape began as a rough fragment, its potential only hinted at by a shimmer within the matrix, and then the decision was made to honor that potential by cutting for transparency and life rather than size alone. The Natural Emerald Company cherishes that beginning for what it tells us about patience, about the patient geology of Zambia, and about the deep connection between place and beauty.

Careful selection followed extraction, and the pair of heart shaped green emeralds that now sit in these earrings were chosen for their rare balance of tone and clarity. The two stones total 1.07 carat weight, each stone measuring approximately 4.79 by 5.78 by 4.02 millimeters, and each is fashioned in a mixed brilliant cut that was chosen to maximize the brilliance within the green. Evaluated at eye level, the clarity grade is very slightly included, which means the stones retain a transparent purity while bearing the fingerprint of their natural origin. Their vivid color saturation speaks to the particular chemistry of Zambian deposits, and an excellent polish allows facets to flash and return light with a lively, jewel like depth. Standard enhancement has been applied to preserve and stabilize the stones, and that subtle treatment is part of the long life we envision for these gems. Set entirely in 18K white gold, the settings were designed to be as honest and supportive as the miners and cutters who prepared the stones. Four delicate prongs cradle each heart, allowing an unobstructed view of the pavilion and crown while securing the gem close to the ear.

What arrives in your hands is more than a pair of earrings. It is a condensed legacy, a conversation between ancient geology and modern craft. Our master jewelers at The Natural Emerald Company considered the journey at every step, shaping white gold settings that frame the hearts without shouting, polishing posts and butterflies for comfort, and pairing stones so that each earring answers the other with matching hue and fire. Worn, these studs offer a quiet declaration of refined taste, a pop of verdant color that reads as both playful and timeless. The heart silhouette makes them a natural talisman for affection, an intimate gift that carries with it the idea of place, process, and provenance. For daily wear they sit with reassuring modesty, and for evening they catch lamplight with a warmth that recalls Zambia sun through canopy. With simple care, avoiding harsh chemicals and sudden impacts, these emeralds will continue to tell their story across years and across hands, becoming heirloom pieces that carry the mineral memory of their origin. When you choose these earrings you choose a history, and a brand that keeps that history visible, The Natural Emerald Company.