0.65 Ct. Emerald from Colombia

From the soil of Colombia to the careful hands of the cutter, this emerald carries a story that begins in time and pressure, and ends in a jewel of serene luminosity. Mined in the storied terrains long celebrated for their green treasures, this transparent 0.65 carat asscher octagon shape emerald measures 5.24 x 5.09 x 3.69 mm, presenting an intense color intensity that immediately evokes deep tropical canopies. At eye level the clarity is graded slightly included, a natural fingerprint that testifies to the gem origin, and its excellent polish allows each facet to sing with light. Enhancement is standard, a discreet step that stabilizes and honors the stone while preserving its natural character. At The Natural Emerald Company we cherish stones like this because they bring both provenance and personality to every piece of jewelry.

The asscher cut in an octagon format is a geometric ode to light and depth, each step facet designed to channel internal reflections while maintaining a clear window to the stone heart. The cutter shaped the pavilion and crown with precision, balancing the play of light against the emeralds inherent inclusions so that the gem reads as transparent and glowing rather than visually crowded. Those slight inclusions are not flaws in the story, they are marks of authenticity, like the faint grain lines in a piece of antique wood. With excellent polish the facets achieve crisp edges and soft transitions, yielding a look that is at once architectural and organic. When set, the stepped facets of the asscher cut create flashes that move with the wearer, and the octagon silhouette offers a timeless geometry that suits both vintage inspired and modern minimalist settings.

How this green will meet your skin is part of the jewel conversation, and this emerald is particularly gracious across a spectrum of complexions. On fair skin the intense green reads as a statement color, sitting bright and pure, and when paired with a warm yellow gold setting it will glow with a sunlit richness that flatters rosy undertones. For fair skin with cool undertones a white gold or platinum mount will lend an elegant contrast, allowing the green to appear crisp and jewel like. On medium skin tones the emerald takes on a lively depth that complements olive undertones, and a mixed metal design that pairs a slim halo of white metal with a warm inner bezel will balance warmth and clarity. For deeper skin tones the vivid green becomes as bold as a jewel set against velvet, and either yellow gold or rose gold will amplify its warmth while white metal will create a striking, modern contrast. In all cases the asscher cut gives the color a controlled display so that the green reads consistent and focused, rather than diffuse, making it suitable for center stones in rings, pendants, and classic stud or drop earrings.

This emerald is a compact story with wide expressive potential, ideal for someone who values natural origin as much as fine craftsmanship. Whether mounted as a solitaire ring that showcases the octagon silhouette, embraced in a halo for added presence, or set into custom pieces that blend old world charm with contemporary lines, this gem carries a provenance that begins in Colombian soil and is completed in the workshop. At The Natural Emerald Company we take care to match cut and setting to each stone, and we welcome conversations about metal choices and mounting styles to ensure the green sits beautifully against your skin and your life. This piece is more than a gem, it is a compact heirloom, ready to begin another chapter on the hand, the neck, or the ear of someone who will continue its journey.