0.29 Ct. Emerald from Afghanistan

When you are searching for a gemstone that signals the end of your quest, a piece that balances rarity, wearable size, and pure, living color, this 0.29 carat asscher octagon green emerald answers that need with poise. The Natural Emerald Company presents this transparent emerald, cut in an elegant asscher style with an octagonal outline, measuring 3.88 x 3.84 x 2.96 mm. Its vivid color intensity captures attention without overwhelming a design, its clarity graded very slightly included when viewed at eye level, and its polish is excellent. If your priority is a gem that can serve as the cornerstone of an engagement ring, a thoughtful gift, or a rare addition to a collector cabinet, this emerald is sized for comfortable everyday wear while delivering a presence that reads as both classic and modern. The standard enhancement applied to this stone is a widely accepted treatment that stabilizes and intensifies its color, while preserving the natural character and provenance of the gem from Afghanistan. For clients who want assurance of origin, this emerald carries the distinct character of Afghan emeralds, a provenance prized for depth of green and a lively, saturated hue.

The asscher cut is the reason this emerald feels like a jewel and a work of light at the same time. With its step cut pavilion and truncated corners, the asscher creates a dramatic hall of mirrors effect, where broad, parallel flashes of color and brightness move in slow, elegant pulses as the gem and the wearer move. Because this emerald is transparent and graded very slightly included at eye level, those internal features act like signatures, contributing to the gem personality rather than detracting from its clarity. The excellent polish ensures that every table facet and step is finished to mirror quality, so that light is returned efficiently and evenly, producing lively internal reflections and a deep, velvety glow. For a buyer who values both optical performance and authenticity, this asscher octagon emerald gives you the depth of color that collectors seek, and the refined geometry that designers and craftsmen favor for rings and pendants.

Understanding how this emerald will perform in different lighting conditions is essential to choosing the right stone, and this gem shines with distinct beauty in every setting. In bright midday sun, the vivid green becomes saturated and intense, the step facets concentrating color into broad emerald flashes that read as a rich, pure green, with the asscher cut emphasizing clarity and depth rather than small sparkle. Under soft daylight and overcast skies, the gem presents a cooler, more subtle saturation, allowing the stone to take on a luminous, almost internal glow that feels calm and refined. When you move into warm incandescent light or candlelit rooms, the green warms slightly, remaining vivid but with a softer, almost velvety radiance that flatters skin tones and complements warm metals. Under modern white LED or halogen spotlights, the asscher facets create crisp, brighter flash patterns along the step edges, delivering a lively presence that is especially striking in cocktail settings or gallery displays. The very slightly included clarity grade gives the stone character under magnification while allowing unimpeded visual impact to the naked eye, so the internal features can catch light and contribute to the stone personality without disrupting the even color field.

This emerald from Afghanistan is an invitation to own a gem that resolves common customer needs, whether you are seeking an engagement ring with a unique green center, a collector piece with true provenance, or a designer stone for a one of a kind commission. The Natural Emerald Company stands behind the balance of beauty and integrity in this gem, the vivid color intensity and excellent polish are clear indicators of careful cutting and finishing, and the standard enhancement ensures long term stability while maintaining natural appeal. At 0.29 carat the size is practical for delicate settings and classic solitaires, and the asscher octagon shape reads as timeless and architectural. If you want a stone that will look refined in a halo ring, striking in a three stone setting, or singular in a bezel set pendant, this emerald adapts gracefully. Our team can provide detailed imagery, setting recommendations based on metal and design, and guidance about how to showcase the gem to best advantage in various lighting conditions. For those seeking the certainty of provenance, the Afghan origin of this stone brings a story of geography and geology, a color palette that collectors recognize, and an opportunity to own a natural emerald that performs beautifully under every light. Contact The Natural Emerald Company to arrange viewing options, and let this asscher octagon emerald be the solution that completes your search.