1.09 Ct. Emerald from Zambia

From the depths of Zambia where rich, mineral laden veins meet time and pressure, this emerald began its long story, forming over millions of years into a transparent crystal that captures the deep, verdant heart of its homeland. Carefully recovered with respect for the land and the miners who know these deposits intimately, the rough was selected for its clarity and color, then entrusted to master cutters who revealed its potential. At The Natural Emerald Company we oversaw the cutting process, transforming the rough into a faceted gem with a mixed brilliant cut that balances lively sparkle with classic emerald character. The stone is 1.09 carats, round in shape, and measures 6.95 x 7.00 x 4.47 mm, with an intense color intensity and an excellent polish that allows light to dance through its green depths. It bears a clarity grade of included evaluated at eye level, which speaks to natural internal features that give this gem personality and authenticity, and it has a standard enhancement, a common and stable treatment that enhances durability and appearance while honoring the gem's natural origin.

This emerald is especially ideal for custom jewelry because its round form and nearly 7 mm diameter offer both presence and versatility for bespoke designs. The mixed brilliant cut provides a balance of scintillation and saturated color, making it a superb centerpiece for a solitaire ring that catches light in motion, a refined halo pendant that amplifies its vivid green, or a pair of custom earrings that emphasize matched symmetry and movement. At 1.09 carats the weight sits in a sweet spot for comfortable daily wear or statement pieces, and the 4.47 mm depth offers secure bezel or prong setting options that protect the stone while showcasing its intense hue. The included clarity adds texture under magnification and a signature look to any handcrafted mount, and our cutters preserved an excellent polish to ensure that the surface remains bright and wearable. When you commission a piece through The Natural Emerald Company, you receive not only this Zambian emerald with its documented journey from mine to atelier, but also expert guidance on setting style, metal choice, and design proportions that will enhance the stone while respecting its natural character, resulting in a custom piece that tells the full story of the gem and the hands that shaped it.