1.00 Ct. Emerald from Russia

This one carat transparent green emerald presents a refined balance of size, color, and clarity, and is an excellent candidate for an engagement center stone, The Natural Emerald Company. The gemstone is precisely cut in a classic emerald cut, and measures 6.97 by 4.96 by 4.07 millimeters, dimensions that yield an elegant table and pleasing proportions on the finger. The color is described as intense, a saturated green that remains vivid across lighting conditions, and the clarity is graded as very slightly included based on an eye level evaluation, offering transparency and depth without visually intrusive inclusions. The polish is excellent, which enhances light return across the broad facets typical of the emerald cut, and the stone has received standard enhancement, a conventional and accepted treatment that stabilizes surface reaching fissures and improves overall appearance while preserving the natural character of the gem. The origin of this emerald is Russia, a source noted for producing stones with strong color and a distinct crystalline quality, and this provenance is an integral part of the gem story offered by The Natural Emerald Company.

The emerald cut is inherently suited to engagement jewelry because the step facets create a disciplined, architectural elegance, and this geometry allows the intense green to be read clearly and without excessive scintillation, which in turn conveys a composed and timeless presence. The broad, open table of this 1.00 carat emerald invites an immediate appreciation of color and internal structure, and the very slightly included clarity grade contributes textural interest while maintaining transparency, characteristics that many connoisseurs and clients prefer for a meaningful engagement piece. The excellent polish translates into crisp facet junctions and clean lines, allowing the stone to sit confidently within a variety of design languages from minimalist solitaires to more elaborate vintage inspired settings. The emerald cut also flatters the finger by creating an elongated silhouette when set with the length oriented along the finger, a proportion that reads as elegant and refined in both classic and contemporary mounting styles.

From a practical perspective, this emerald offers attributes that support daily wear as an engagement gem, provided appropriate settings and care are applied. Emeralds are softer than the hardest gem materials, and the standard enhancement present in this stone is aimed at stabilizing and protecting the surface reaching fissures that are common in natural emeralds, this improves durability without altering the essential character of the gem. Protective settings such as low profile bezels or four prong designs with secure corner protection are recommended to reduce exposure to knocks and abrasion while still allowing the intensity of the color to show. Metal choices of platinum or 18 karat gold in warm or cool tones will influence perceived color, with yellow and rose gold subtly enriching the green, and white metals creating a more contemporary contrast, these options should be selected based on personal style and how the wearer intends to use the ring on a daily basis. The dimensions of 6.97 by 4.96 by 4.07 millimeters provide a comfortable size that balances presence and practicality, fitting well within classic engagement ring head profiles while remaining adaptable to custom design elements.

When considering provenance, certification, and long term care, this Russian emerald from The Natural Emerald Company carries both gemological and aesthetic value. Russian emeralds are appreciated for their crystalline clarity and saturated hues, and documentation regarding origin and enhancement is valuable for maintaining transparency and resale considerations. Routine care recommendations include avoiding harsh chemicals and extreme temperature shifts, removing the ring for heavy manual tasks, and periodic professional inspection of the setting and the enhancement condition, routine gentle cleaning with mild soap and warm water will preserve surface luster without risk to the stone. For clients seeking a bespoke engagement option, this 1.00 carat emerald offers a distinctive alternative to white diamond centers, delivering color forward elegance, historical resonance, and the personal symbolism of a handcrafted selection. The Natural Emerald Company stands ready to provide detailed gem reports, setting recommendations, and bespoke design consultation to ensure the final engagement ring harmonizes technical quality with personal intent, making this emerald a considered and enduring choice for a life commitment.