1.09 Ct. Emerald from Zambia

One transparent 1.09 carat emerald cut green emerald, dimensions 6.75 x 5.53 x 4.29 mm, presents a disciplined balance of size and precision. The gemstone is faceted in a classical emerald cut, offering a stepped faceting arrangement that emphasizes depth and color rather than scintillation alone. Origin Zambia is recorded, and enhancement is standard, consistent with established practices for natural emeralds to improve clarity and stability. The color is described as vivid in intensity, and the surface finish is an excellent polish, providing crisp facet junctions and mirror like facet surfaces. Clarity is graded as slightly included when evaluated at eye level, a common and acceptable range for natural emeralds that maintains the stone’s natural character while allowing for robust visual transparency under normal viewing conditions. The combination of a near one carat weight, proportionate dimensions, and refined polish makes this emerald a technically sound example suitable for precision settings in fine jewelry.

The cutting quality and optical behavior of this emerald are primary attributes that set it apart, producing an exceptional sense of depth and controlled brilliance that allows the stone to serve as a true centerpiece. The emerald cut’s broad step facets create broad flashes of light and dark that define the stone’s internal architecture, and the cutter’s attention to symmetry and pavilion depth here enhances even light distribution across the table and lower facets. The vivid green hue is saturated and evenly spread, and it is complemented by the faceting plan which opens the color to the viewer while preserving internal depth. Slight inclusions are present, yet they are positioned and oriented such that they do not dominate the face up appearance, and the coordinated polish minimizes lingering surface disturbances that could otherwise interrupt light reflection. As a result the stone displays strong color saturation with a lively internal contrast, attributes that give the emerald a presence and focus when set, and that allow its cut and brilliance to be appreciated in a range of lighting environments.

Practical considerations for use and care are straightforward and align with the stone’s gemological profile. At 1.09 carat and with the given proportions this emerald adapts well to solitaire and halo ring designs, classic three stone settings, and pendant applications where the emerald cut can be shown face up, allowing the stepped facets to read clearly. The standard enhancement is noted for transparency, and potential purchasers may request additional documentation regarding specific treatments and origin confirmation. Routine cleaning with warm soapy water and a soft brush will maintain surface condition, and avoidance of high heat and harsh chemicals is advisable to preserve the integrity of any enhancement. The Natural Emerald Company stands behind the sourcing and description of this stone, providing provenance from Zambia and technical details for informed selection. For further technical specifications, mounting recommendations, or to request imaging under various lighting, please contact The Natural Emerald Company for direct support.