Solitaire Emerald Ring 6.12 Ct., 18K Yellow Gold

From the river worn slopes of Colombia to the warm glow of a jeweler s bench, this emerald has traveled a story that we at The Natural Emerald Company are honored to tell. Formed deep within ancient rock under intense pressure and time, the rough was coaxed from the earth by careful hands, sorted for tone and clarity, and sent to be shaped into a gem that carries the landscape of its origin within every facet. The result is a transparent, pear shaped green emerald weighing 6.12 carat, measuring 15.82 millimeters long, 9.96 millimeters wide, and 7.81 millimeters deep, with a mixed brilliant cut that was selected to balance the pear silhouette with modern scintillation. The medium color saturation is a vivid, lively green that evokes the lush canopies of Colombian valleys, while the clarity grade of slightly included, evaluated at eye level, and the excellent polish speak to the gem s natural character and the meticulous care taken to respect its inner life. Standard enhancement has been used in keeping with traditional emerald treatment, preserving the stone s beauty while remaining true to the practices collectors and connoisseurs expect.

The journey from gem to jewel continued in the design phase, where the intention was simple and decisive, to make the emerald the unmistakable focal point. Set entirely in 18K yellow gold, the ring embraces a classic and elegant language, a slender, highly polished band that recedes visually and lets the center stone occupy the viewer s attention. The mounting lifts the pear form slightly above the finger in a refined basket of gold, creating an open gallery beneath the stone that invites light to pass through the pavilion and interact with the mixed brilliant facets. The prongs are crafted to cradle the stone securely while remaining delicate enough not to compete with the emerald s presence, the tips aligning with the pear s curvature so that the eye is guided along its graceful outline. This elevation and openness are deliberate, they allow the green to breathe, they let flashes of brilliance escape, and they create a silhouette that reads as singular, bold, and undeniably of the gem.

Close examination reveals how the cut and setting converse to amplify the center stone. The mixed brilliant cut layers concentric facets over a traditional pear silhouette, producing pinpoint scintillation and broad flashes that highlight the gem s transparency and color saturation. Each facet was finished to an excellent polish to ensure light is returned cleanly to the viewer, and the slight inclusions, typical of fine Colombian emeralds, sit like a fingerprint of origin, adding depth and authenticity rather than distraction. The gold setting is proportioned so that when the ring is seen from any angle, the armature disappears and the emerald takes center stage, a vivid island of green anchored by warm yellow metal. The narrow band balances everyday wearability with a jewelry aesthetic that reads as refined and intentional, so the wearer feels the gem s significance without any needless ornamentation. The overall effect is a piece that both honors the material source and celebrates the gem itself.

Owning this ring means carrying a piece of Colombian earth and a lineage of lapidary knowledge in a form that is ready to be worn and admired. For those who seek an emerald ring that announces itself with presence, yet remains wearable for many occasions, this design answers with clarity and conviction. The Natural Emerald Company stands behind the sourcing and the craftsmanship that brought this pear shaped 6.12 carat Colombian emerald into being, and we are pleased to offer guidance on care and conservation so that its color and polish endure. Gentle cleaning with warm soapy water, avoiding harsh chemicals and high heat, and periodic professional inspections are all part of preserving the stone and the gold setting for generations. For a customer who wants the story of a gem to be as tangible as the jewel on their hand, this ring is a living chapter, a green heart set in 18K yellow gold, designed to draw the eye, invite conversation, and remain an elegant declaration of natural beauty.