0.98 Ct. Emerald and Natural Diamond Pave Necklace, 14K Yellow Gold

This necklace centers on a 0.98 carat oval shape emerald, dimensions 7.09 x 5.17 x 2.50 mm, cut in a mixed brilliant faceting style that maximizes internal light return while preserving weight and color, the mixed brilliant pavilion introduces additional faceted planes compared with a traditional step cut, resulting in a livelier face up appearance, the stone is notably transparent for an emerald, with a clarity grade of slightly included at eye level, the inclusions are minimal relative to most commercial emeralds and do not obscure the gem, the color intensity is reported as intense, a saturated bluish green characteristic of Zambian material, the polish is excellent, and the stone has been treated to standard industry practice, this balance of transparency, intense color, and precise mixed brilliant faceting produces a gem that reads cleaner and more vivid than many comparable emeralds which are either more heavily included, more heavily filled, or cut in conservative step styles that favor color over scintillation, the result is an emerald that provides both a strong chroma presence and dynamic light performance, an outcome sought by connoisseurs who value both color and brilliance.

Surrounding the emerald is a halo of 16 white round mixed brilliant cut natural diamonds, totaling 0.20 carats, each selected for consistent H color and clarity grade si2, the mixed brilliant profile of these melee diamonds complements the center stone by matching pavilion faceting angles and producing coherent scintillation across the pendant, while si2 clarity is modest on the clarity scale, at this small scale the inclusions are rarely distracting to the eye and the H color ensures a bright white contrast against the rich green, the diamonds function as precision accents that amplify perceived center stone color through light contrast and reflective framing, the entire cluster is set and finished in 14K yellow gold, the metal work exhibits careful prong spacing and tight symmetry, the pavilion depth of the emerald at 2.50 mm and the precise seat of each diamond demonstrate measured lapidary and setting control, the excellent polish on both stones and metal contributes to a refined overall appearance.

For buyers who appreciate technical detail and accurate gem grading, this pendant from The Natural Emerald Company represents a thoughtful synthesis of material quality and craftsmanship, the mixed brilliant strategy for both center and accents, the transparent Zambian origin emerald with intense color and slight inclusions, and the coordinated diamond halo create a visually balanced piece that stands apart from more typical heavily included or heavily treated emerald jewelry, The Natural Emerald Company.