Pave Emerald Ring 8.18 Ct., Platinum 950

Every emerald has a beginning that predates human hands, a slow and patient alchemy that crystallizes deep within the earth, and this 8.18 carat cushion shape green emerald began its story in the fertile mines of Zambia. Brought to light after centuries of time and pressure, the gem measures 14.41 x 11.59 x 7.68 mm, and it has been fashioned with a mixed brilliant cut to awaken the stone's inner fire and clarity. At eye level the clarity grade is very slightly included, a truthful signature of a natural emerald, and the gem displays vivid color saturation with an excellent polish that allows light to dance through the depths of its green. This emerald carries a standard enhancement, a common and accepted practice that stabilizes the stone while preserving its natural character, and each facet was evaluated and selected by the gemologists at The Natural Emerald Company to present the most honest and luminous expression of the stone.

When the emerald arrived at our atelier the design evolved around its proportions and personality, resulting in a ring that elevates the center stone while telling a story of refinement. The mounting is entirely executed in 18K white gold, chosen for its cool tone and timeless contrast with the emerald's intense green, and the shank and gallery are graced with white round shaped natural diamonds that echo the central gem with icy brilliance. The ring features white round shaped natural diamonds weighing approx 0.65 carats, clarity VS and a color grade of F/G, complemented by additional diamonds weighing approx 0.278 carats, clarity VS and a color grade of F/G, and a final grouping of white round shaped natural diamonds weighing approx 0.113 carats, clarity VS and a color grade of F/G, all set with precision to create a halo of light and a pavé band that frames the emerald while keeping its presence commanding and pure. The mixed brilliant cut of the emerald catches those surrounding diamonds and returns their sparkle with a green heartbeat, and the excellent polish ensures every viewing angle reveals depth, fire, and the story of the stone.

What makes this ring truly personal is the space we leave for your own story, the small decisions that transform a remarkable jewel into a one of a kind heirloom. At The Natural Emerald Company we offer a range of customizations that allow you to tailor the piece around personal taste and meaning, options that include choosing between alternate metal finishes such as warm 18K yellow gold, romantic 18K rose gold, or cool platinum, each of which alters the way the emerald and diamonds converse with light. You can request variations to the setting, selecting a closed or open gallery, a bezel or prong style for added security, or an enhanced halo design to increase the visual impact, and we can adjust the pavé density along the shank to favor subtleness or full pavé brilliance. For those who wish to emphasize provenance we can engrave a private message or a date on the inner band, include a stamped coordinate of the Zambian mine, and supply a detailed gemological report documenting the dimensions, mixed brilliant cut, clarity grade of very slightly included as evaluated at eye level, vivid color saturation, standard enhancement, and excellent polish. If you prefer a different diamond profile we can source higher color or clarity grades, change the total carat weight of accent diamonds, or incorporate colored gemstones to create a bespoke palette. Every customization is communicated with clarity about how it may affect the visual balance and the carat weight of the center emerald, and our master jewelers will guide you through the trade offs between preserving the original stone and altering its setting, ensuring the finished ring is a unique union of nature, craft, and your personal narrative.