1.09 Ct. Emerald from Zambia

This transparent 1.09 carat emerald presents an elegant emerald cut, measuring 7.03 millimeters by 5.07 millimeters by 3.95 millimeters, with a length to width ratio of approximately 1.39 and an overall depth near 65 percent. The cutting profile follows classical step facet geometry with crisply executed facet junctions and an expertly controlled table and crown configuration, yielding an intense green face up color that is characteristic of fine Zambian material. The gem has been evaluated as slightly included at eye level, with standard enhancement applied consistent with trade practice, and an excellent polish that produces clean facet reflections and maintains strong color saturation across a variety of mounting orientations. The combination of measured proportions and precise faceting results in even color distribution, minimized windowing, and a balance between depth of tone and lively internal reflections, making this stone well suited for both solitary settings and refined multi stone designs.

The internal features of this emerald serve as its fingerprint, and are interpreted here as character producing inclusions rather than flaws to be concealed. Observed inclusions include fine feathering and delicate veil structures, small mineral crystals and stringer like growth features that manifest as a classic jardin, or garden, under magnification. These internal markers confirm natural origin and add optical texture that interacts with the step faceting to produce subtle scintillation and depth of field. The slightly included clarity grade means these features are visible to the unaided eye in certain orientations, offering a living, organic appearance that many connoisseurs prize. From a workmanship standpoint, the cutter has oriented the long axis and pavilion facets to embrace the stone’s internal patterning, preserving color intensity while reducing areas of localized darkness. The result is a lively, intensely colored Zambian emerald that reads as both natural and refined. For those seeking technical assurance and provenance, The Natural Emerald Company stands behind the gem with detailed assessment of its cut proportions, polish, clarity behavior, enhancement treatment, and origin, and our team is available to discuss how this stone will perform in your chosen setting or to provide additional imaging and viewing guidance.