Three Stone Emerald Ring 3.42 Ct., 18K Yellow Gold

Emeralds have been treasured across civilizations for millennia, symbols of renewal, power, and refined taste, and this ring from The Natural Emerald Company channels that long lineage into a single, luminous jewel. The work of hands steeped in tradition, the design speaks to those who favor inheritance over fashion, and who appreciate the stories that gemstones carry through generations. Sourced from Colombia, the historic heart of the finest emeralds, the center stone in this piece carries both geographic and cultural provenance, recalling the Andean mines that have supplied royal courts and noble collections for centuries. Set entirely in warm 18K yellow gold, the ring balances the verdant heart of the emerald with a metal that has always been associated with permanence and prestige, creating a composition that feels as though it could have been passed down through aristocratic houses, yet remains perfectly suited for a contemporary wrist.

At the center of this timeless composition rests a transparent emerald weighing 3.42 carats, cut in an asscher, octagonal form that measures 9.71 by 8.85 by 5.87 millimeters. The asscher cut, with its step facets and strong symmetry, produces a hall of mirrors effect that invites the eye to travel deep into the stone, revealing its internal life and the clarity that speaks to fine craftsmanship and careful selection. This emerald is graded as very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, which means it retains a clarity and liveliness that make its internal character part of its charm rather than a distraction. With medium color saturation and an excellent polish, the stone presents a green that is vibrant without overwhelming, a green that glows from within and seems to change gently with the tilt of the hand. The enhancement is standard, applied in a way that honors the stone, preserving its natural beauty while ensuring stability and longevity.

The ring’s architecture is deliberately designed to focus attention on that asscher octagonal emerald, using classical proportions and a restrained, considered setting to frame the gem, rather than compete with it. Flanking the center stone are cushion shaped natural diamonds, weighing approximately 1.04 carats in total, graded Very Slightly Included with VS1 and VS2 clarity and an E color grade, which provides a crisp, almost icy contrast to the warm green of the emerald. These white cushions sit close to the emerald, their softened corners echoing the geometric elegance of the asscher, and their brightness acts as a visual halo that draws the gaze inward, amplifying the center stone’s presence. The prong setting lifts the emerald slightly above the band, allowing light to pass through the pavilion and interact with the step facets, creating depth and a subtle luminosity. The 18K yellow gold setting wraps around the gems with a classical sensibility, the gentle warmth of the gold enhancing the green while also lending a sense of age old luxury.

Owning this ring is to own a piece of continuity, a jewel designed to be admired today and cherished tomorrow, its aesthetics rooted in history and executed with contemporary exactitude. The combination of a Colombian asscher emerald of this size and transparency, with well matched white cushion diamonds and an 18K yellow gold mount, results in an object that is both statement and sanctuary, a center of attention that remains elegantly reserved. At The Natural Emerald Company we take care to pair origin, cut, and setting in ways that honor the stone, and this ring exemplifies that philosophy, celebrating the emerald as a jewel of heritage and lasting beauty. Whether chosen as an engagement symbol, a milestone gift, or an heirloom to be handed down, it offers a tactile connection to the traditions of fine gem cutting and goldsmithing, inviting its wearer into a lineage of refined taste.