Antique Style Emerald Ring 0.74 Ct., 18K White Gold

This ring centers a beautiful, transparent 0.74 carat oval green emerald, measuring 6.58 by 5.28 by 3.88 millimeters, cut in a mixed brilliant style that maximizes light return while preserving the stone's natural character. The emerald shows intense color saturation and an excellent polish, and it has been evaluated at eye level as very slightly included, which for an emerald of Colombian origin is an excellent clarity profile that contributes to both aesthetic appeal and market value. Enhancement is recorded as standard, a common and accepted treatment for emeralds that improves stability and appearance without altering the gem's natural origin, and the Colombian provenance is significant because Colombian emeralds are widely held as benchmarks for the finest green tone and clarity combinations. For the educated buyer, this means you are acquiring a gem with a strong color pedigree, measured dimensions and weight that match visual impact, and clarity that will read as lively and clean in most viewing conditions, all facts that support both immediate enjoyment and long term collectible value. The Natural Emerald Company stands behind the description and provenance, ensuring that the piece is presented with transparent grading attributes and consistent polishing and cutting standards.

The ring is fully set in 18K white gold, executed with a protective crown and openwork gallery that showcases the stone while providing structural support. In terms of durability, emeralds have a Mohs hardness around 7.5 to 8, however, their internal clarity characteristics typically make them more brittle than comparable stones such as sapphire or diamond, so setting design and metal choice are important for longevity. Compared to flatter, thinly pronged designs commonly seen on the market, this ring offers enhanced protection because the bezel like crown and raised gallery reduce direct edge impacts and help shield the table and girdle, while the 18K white gold balances a refined finish with adequate strength, though it is softer than 14K alloys and will show surface wear over time. For wearability and preservation, routine inspection of the setting, occasional replating where applicable, and avoidance of harsh knocks and chemical exposure will keep the piece secure and vibrant, making this design a practical and elegant option for collectors who value the classic color and provenance of a Colombian emerald, presented with the care and expertise of The Natural Emerald Company.