Men's Emerald Ring 2.58 Ct., 18K Yellow Gold

This men's ring centers on a C.Dunaigre certified, 2.58 carat emerald cut green emerald, the cutting grade and provenance documented for specialist buyers. The stone measures 9.00 by 7.11 by 5.08 millimeters, a proportion set to maximize the step cut hall of mirrors effect that emerald cuts are prized for. The faceting consists of parallel step facets on the crown and pavilion, with truncated corners to reinforce durability and to modulate the way light returns through the large table. Clarity is graded very very slightly included at eye level, indicating inclusions are minute and do not detract from visual transparency to the unaided eye, which preserves both brilliance and the depth of color. Color saturation is vivid, the chroma concentrated in a classic Zambian green that balances blue and yellow components, producing a lively, saturated green that reads clean and distinct against a well executed polish. The polish is excellent across all facet junctions, which enhances facet definition and sharpness of the step pattern, and the enhancement is indicated as standard, consistent with industry practice for natural emeralds, with certification notes available for review.

The mounting is executed entirely in 18 karat yellow gold, chosen to complement the stone with a warm, stable metal that both contrasts and harmonizes with the vivid green. The design uses a recessed bezel style engagement, where the long facets of the emerald are seated into a precision milled channel that secures the gem along its girdle planes while leaving the table and crown exposed to light. This approach protects the girdle and corners, an important functional consideration for emeralds which can exhibit natural inclusions near facet junctions, while maintaining enough table exposure to allow the emerald cut to display its characteristic depth and parallel facet reflections. The broad shank is deliberately proportioned to distribute weight and to stabilize the stone axis, creating a low profile that reduces snag risk and enhances everyday wear. Surface finishing shows subtle planar texture achieved through controlled planishing and light hammering, a technique that yields small, reflective planes across the shank that add a restrained artisanal character without compromising structural integrity. Internally the band is shaped for comfort, the inner arc burnished to a smooth finish to facilitate extended wear.

The result is a piece that balances elegance with functionality in equal measure, appealing to buyers who require both refined visual impact and practical durability. The emeralds provenance from Zambia is meaningful for connoisseurs, as regional habitus influences crystal color distribution and typical inclusion types, and the C.Dunaigre certificate provides independent verification of weight, proportions, clarity remarks, and enhancement status. From a craftsmanship standpoint the ring reflects a workflow that integrates precise CAD driven proportioning with hands on finishing, allowing tight tolerances at the bezel seat and consistent facet alignment relative to the metal form. The 18 karat alloy selection optimizes hardness and color, while retaining sufficient malleability to absorb the detailed setting work required for a flush bezel channel on a large shank. For maintenance the combination of a protected bezel seat and the professional polish means routine inspection is straightforward, and any standard re attention to surface polish or re oiling treatments for the emerald can be arranged through The Natural Emerald Company. We supply each piece with full certification and condition notes, and we are available to advise on sizing, bespoke finish preferences, and long term care recommendations to preserve the gem tone and metal patina.