0.91 Ct. Emerald from Zambia

Deep within the heart of Zambia, amidst the ancient volcanic rocks of the Kafubu area, lies the birthplace of this remarkable emerald. Over countless millennia, as the Earth shifted and shaped its interior, silica, aluminum, and beryllium enriched the depths, merging to form the precious mineral, beryl. Through yet more eons of transformation, the presence of trace amounts of chromium and vanadium painted the mineral a vibrant green, giving rise to the illustrious stone known to us today as emerald. This is the environment that gave birth to our beautiful transparent 0.91 carat Asscher-cut emerald, a treasure that bears the unmistakable signature of geological artistry.

Characterized by its octagonal shape and precisely cut Asscher facets, this emerald has a visage akin to the calculated brilliance found within the world's greatest gems. The Asscher cut, inspired by the Art Deco era, endows the stone with a square shape blended with step-cut faceting. Each dimension—6.49 x 5.89 x 3.31 mm—has been meticulously shaped to maximize brilliance and color play, while also allowing those who gaze upon it to peer deep into its soul. Marvel at how this cut enhances the medium intense green of the stone, adapting to light with a luminescence that feels nothing short of magical, a testament to the master artisans who brought out its inner beauty.

Upon close observance, the emerald invites you into its depths, revealing a world within. Its slightly included clarity offers a cavalcade of characteristic inclusions—tiny features sometimes seen as imperfections—yet, these are the very features that prove its authenticity. These are the marks of nature itself, whispering tales of the gemstone's formation amid the underground pressures and elements specific to its Zambian origin. They are what lend this emerald its unique personality and grace, setting it apart in a world where synthetic perfection often lacks the storytelling that such natural inclusions offer.

At The Natural Emerald Company, we believe in the charm of these slight inclusions and the stories they carry from the far-flung mines of Africa. These narratives of provenance and process, inscribed in the banding and hues of each stone, are what make owning an emerald more than just a purchase. As you wear or behold this 0.91 carat masterpiece, you are display an insignia of Earth’s enduring spirit—a connection from the inception of time to the skillful hands that polished its facets and delivered it into the world as one of nature's crown jewels. It is moreover a thoughtfully enhanced experience in a world where beauty and authenticity converge, providing not just a gemstone, but a timeless piece of Earth's narrative that warmly rests in your hand.