1.07 Ct. Emerald from Brazil

This 1.07 carat round green emerald represents a precise balance of proportion and optical performance, ideal for clients seeking a central stone for bespoke jewelry. The gem measures 7.14 by 7.15 by 4.39 millimeters, indicating an almost perfectly symmetrical round outline, with minimal deviation between length and width. The cutter employed a mixed brilliant cut, combining a faceted brilliant crown with a more controlled pavilion architecture, to optimize light return while preserving color. The crown exhibits kite and star facets above a moderately sized table, designed to break incoming light and produce scintillation without washing the stone out. The pavilion has a stepped approach that serves to deepen the green saturation when viewed face up, and to direct light through the body of the stone in a way that enhances perceived size for its carat weight. The overall depth is approximately 61.5 percent of the average diameter, a proportion that supports both stability in bezel and prong settings and efficient light performance, making it well suited to rings, pendants, and other centerpiece mounts.

Clarity and surface finish are decisive for custom work, and this emerald is graded as slightly included when examined at eye level, a level consistent with natural emerald material from Brazil. The inclusion suite is typical of emeralds, consisting of fine growth planes and subtle veils that are visible under loupe or direct inspection, yet do not significantly interfere with the gem s transparency or its ability to display even color distribution. The enhancement is noted as standard, referring to accepted clarity enhancement practices that fill surface reaching fissures with a colorless medium, improving transparency and stability while remaining reversible for future conservation. The polish is excellent, with crisp facet junctions and smoothly executed facet planes, which contributes to controlled reflections and minimal light leakage. Symmetry is effectively precise, as evidenced by the nearly equal diameter measurements, and the girdle presents as consistent, allowing predictable seat placement in settings without the need for extensive reworking. The stone s Brazilian origin contributes to its textural signature, with a slightly more bluish green leaning than some other sources, and a crystalline structure that responds well to careful cutting and standard enhancement.

From the perspective of custom jewelry design, this emerald s size and round shape provide exceptional versatility and predictability in fabrication and wear. At just over one carat and with a diameter in the mid seven millimeter range, the stone occupies a sweet spot where presence on the hand or neck is strong, while the pavilion depth remains manageable for common setting profiles. The mixed brilliant cut allows the jeweler to meet different aesthetic goals without recutting, because the crown faceting offers lively scintillation for a modern, brilliant look, while the pavilion s stepped planes deepen color for a more traditional, saturated appearance. This makes the gem suitable for solitaire rings where the crown faceting will catch light during movement, for halo designs where a precise round outline is required for even halo spacing, and for bezel or tension settings where the predictable girdle and depth enable secure and low profile mounting. For daily wear pieces such as engagement rings, a four or six prong head will secure the stone while exposing sufficient crown to maximize brilliance. For designs emphasizing color, a low bezel in yellow gold will warm the green, while white metals such as platinum or white gold will emphasize cool tonal clarity and a contemporary aesthetic.

When commissioning custom work, The Natural Emerald Company recommends consideration of proportion driven design choices that respect the gem s intrinsic characteristics. The near perfect roundness simplifies sizing for existing mounting blanks, and the standard enhancement allows for immediate setting with an understanding that future maintenance can address any reapplication needs. Craft techniques such as a slightly elevated head to allow light into the pavilion, or a millgrain bezel to accentuate vintage styling, will complement the stone s mixed faceting and slight inclusions. The combination of a measured depth, excellent polish, and light color intensity yields a stone that is technically refined and adaptable to a wide range of bespoke concepts. For clients seeking a balanced marriage of brilliance, color, and practical wearability, this 1.07 carat Brazilian emerald offers a reliable and attractive center stone, and The Natural Emerald Company is available to provide detailed mounting recommendations and to coordinate custom fabrication to maximize the gem s optical and structural potential.