0.85 Ct. Emerald from Afghanistan

There are stones that capture attention and stones that quietly command reverence. This is the latter, a rare transparent green emerald weighing 0.85 carat, masterfully fashioned into an elegant marquise shape with dimensions of 9.88 by 4.75 by 3.36 millimeters, a mixed brilliant cut that returns light with a lively and refined scintillation. Its medium color intensity offers a pure, verdant hue that sits between lively and regal, the tone that makes an emerald unmistakable without overpowering the wearer. At eye level it reads slightly included, a natural fingerprint that testifies to its origin and authenticity, and its excellent polish produces a satiny surface and crisp facet junctions that speak to meticulous lapidary work. This emerald bears a standard enhancement, a recognized and reversible treatment that is part of the responsible trade in fine emeralds, and its origin is Afghanistan, a storied provenance that contributes to the gems aura and rarity. At The Natural Emerald Company we offer this single marquise as a distinct expression of exclusivity, a solitary example whose precise combination of cut, color, clarity and origin makes it a treasure few will ever encounter, a choice reserved for connoisseurs seeking a piece with integrity and presence.

Imagine this marquise set as the solitary star of a bespoke ring, a minimal bezel that protects its delicate profile and frames its luminous green, a three stone composition that balances antique charm with modern restraint, or a refined pendant that travels gracefully with the wearer and catches light at every movement. The marquise silhouette naturally elongates and flatters, lending itself to signature designs that become associated with a family line, a personal legend passed to the next generation. The slightly included clarity is not a flaw to disguise, it is the hallmark of natural formation, inclusions that read like the rings of a tree, offering a narrative of earth and time. Mounted with traditional craftsmanship and reinforced settings, this emerald will be worn, valued, and cared for across decades, its polished facets gently reflecting the lives it witnesses. Our artisans at The Natural Emerald Company can propose bespoke settings that prioritize both aesthetic distinction and long term wearability, including protective bezels, custom gallery work to allow light to breathe, and secure prong designs tailored to the marquise profile, ensuring the stone is not merely jewelry, but an inherited emblem.

A generational heirloom is more than beauty, it is provenance, documentation, and a relationship with those who care for it. When you choose this Afghan marquise through The Natural Emerald Company you receive full disclosure of its attributes, our guidance on standard enhancement, and recommendations for certification and appraisal to anchor its value in formal record. We provide stewardship advice on cleaning and care, including gentle brushing, lukewarm water, and avoiding thermal shock and harsh chemicals, plus recommendations for regular inspection of settings to preserve both stone and mount. Consider engraving of a name or date upon the accompanying certificate, or commissioning a family crest to be integrated into the custom mounting, gestures that transform a beautiful gemstone into a named heirloom. Ownership places you among an intimate circle of collectors who understand that true rarity is not merely scarcity, but the thoughtful preservation and storytelling that follows each handover. For those who seek to acquire more than an accessory, and who wish to elevate a single stone into a legacy, this marquise emerald presents a unique opportunity to secure an object of lasting elegance, a jewel whose provenance, cut and extraordinary color will speak to future generations as testament to discerning taste and enduring commitment.