0.20 Ct. Emerald from Afghanistan

This exceptional 0.20 carat green emerald from The Natural Emerald Company is a study in proportional elegance, with precise dimensions of 5.08 by 2.62 by 1.95 millimeters that are ideally suited to an elongated emerald cut. The emerald cut enhances color saturation and delivers a clean, architectural profile that reads larger than its carat weight might suggest, especially when well cut and well polished. This stone displays intense color intensity combined with an excellent polish, attributes that maximize light return and surface brilliance. The clarity grade is very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, which means that inclusions are minimal and do not detract from the gem’s overall transparency when viewed in normal face up orientation. Standard enhancement has been applied, which is common and accepted practice for emeralds to stabilize and improve clarity. For the educated buyer, these combined factors result in a gem that offers visual impact, refined brightness, and reliable market comparability.

Size, shape, and clarity work together to make this emerald unusually effective as a statement element despite a modest carat weight. The elongated emerald cut creates a visual extension that draws the eye along the finger or along the line of a necklace, amplifying perceived size and sophistication. At 5.08 by 2.62 millimeters the table and length to width ratio are balanced to produce a tall, elegant face up presentation, and the excellent polish enhances facet definition so that the intense green appears vivid and uniform. The very slightly included clarity grading, evaluated at eye level, means the stone remains largely transparent and lively in most settings, allowing the intense color to become the dominant impression. This makes the gem ideal for a single center in a minimalist solitaire for a refined modern statement, or as a dramatic east west set accent within a stepped halo for higher presence without the bulk of a larger carat piece. Designers and collectors will appreciate how this emerald cut reads larger in use, and how the quality attributes reduce the need for compensatory metalwork, allowing the stone itself to command attention.

Provenance and proper care are important considerations for a discerning purchaser, and this gem benefits from an origin in Afghanistan, a source known for producing high quality emeralds with rich, desirable green tones. The provenance adds context and value for collectors who prioritize geographic origin in their decisions, and reflects The Natural Emerald Company’s commitment to sourcing transparently. The standard enhancement disclosure is made in the interest of full transparency, and such treatments are industry standard to improve appearance and stability. In terms of wearability, emeralds have good hardness, and with its very slightly included clarity this stone presents fewer risks than more heavily included material, but it should still be set thoughtfully to protect the pavilion and girdle. We recommend protective settings such as bezels or secure prong configurations for daily wear, and avoidance of harsh cleaning methods. Gentle cleaning with warm soapy water and periodic professional inspection are advisable, and if desired, the stone may be reconditioned by a qualified gem technician to refresh any treatment over time. For the buyer seeking a statement piece with intellectual and aesthetic merit, this Afghan emerald from The Natural Emerald Company combines classical cutting, intense color, meticulous polish, and a clarity profile that together produce a refined yet impactful jewel.