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0.40 Ct. Emerald from Afghanistan
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Item ID: | E8204 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 4.97 Width: 4.97 Height: 3.35 |
Weight: | 0.40 Ct. |
Color: help | Green |
Color intensity: help | Intense |
Clarity: help | Slightly Included |
Shape: help | Round |
Cut: | Mixed Brilliant |
Cutting style: | Faceted |
Enhancements: help | Standard |
Origin: help | Afghanistan |
Per carat price: help | $4,800 |
This exquisite Afghan emerald carries the weight of centuries in its color and composition, a stone that speaks quietly of ancient trade routes and enduring tastes. Emeralds from Afghanistan have been treasured by local dynasties and passing merchants alike, their deep green hues revered in courts and cloisters across a wide arc of history. This particular gem is a transparent round emerald of 0.40 carat, measuring 4.97 x 4.97 x 3.35 mm, with an intense color intensity that recalls the verdant valleys where such stones first formed. The mixed brilliant cut and excellent polish allow the light to dance across its facets with a measured brilliance, while the slightly included clarity, evaluated at eye level, affirms the gem naturality and character that collectors and connoisseurs have long esteemed. At The Natural Emerald Company we honor the legacy of such gemstones, presenting them not merely as adornments, but as tangible links to a lineage of craftsmanship and cultural significance.
Beyond its storied origin, the practical qualities of this emerald make it a versatile heirloom for a lifetime of wear. The 0.40 carat weight and classic round shape suit a range of settings from a refined solitaire to a timeless bezel or a vintage inspired cluster, offering both modern wearability and the promise of passing beauty down through generations. The enhancement is standard, a common and accepted practice that preserves the stone while maintaining its natural appeal. The mixed brilliant cut enhances both sparkle and color saturation, and the excellent polish ensures the surface finishes with exceptional clarity of reflection. Choosing an Afghan emerald from The Natural Emerald Company means choosing provenance and provenance driven value, a gem whose place of origin adds historical cachet and rarity to its intrinsic beauty. This emerald is a compact but compelling statement of tradition and continuity, ideal for those who value legacy, authenticity, and the serene confidence of a classic gemstone.
